Create Markdown tables with a visual editor and alignment options
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | | --- | --- | --- | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 |
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Edit tables visually without writing Markdown syntax
Set left, center, or right alignment for each column
See how your table will render in real-time
A Markdown table generator is a tool that helps you create tables using Markdown syntax without manually typing the pipe characters and dashes. It provides a visual interface where you can enter data into cells, and it automatically generates the proper Markdown table syntax that you can copy and use in your documents, README files, or GitHub repositories.
To create a table: 1) Use the + and - buttons to set the number of rows and columns you need, 2) Click on each cell to enter your data and headers, 3) Click the alignment buttons on column headers to set left, center, or right alignment, 4) The Markdown syntax is automatically generated in the output panel, 5) Click the Copy button to copy the Markdown table to your clipboard.
Use the controls at the top of the editor to manage table size. Click the + button next to 'Rows' to add a new row, or the - button to remove the last row. Similarly, use the + and - buttons next to 'Columns' to add or remove columns. The table will automatically adjust while preserving your existing data.
Each column header has an alignment button beneath it showing the current alignment (left, center, or right). Click this button to cycle through the three alignment options. The alignment is reflected in the generated Markdown syntax using colons in the separator row: '---' for left, ':---:' for center, and '---:' for right alignment.
Once you've created your table, click the 'Copy' button in the Markdown Output section. This will copy the complete Markdown table syntax to your clipboard. You can then paste it directly into your Markdown document, README file, GitHub issue, or any other text editor.
Markdown tables are commonly used for: 1) Creating documentation tables in README files, 2) Formatting data in GitHub issues and pull requests, 3) Building comparison tables for features or products, 4) Displaying structured data in wikis and blogs, 5) Creating reference tables in technical documentation, and 6) Organizing information in Markdown-based note-taking apps.
Yes! This tool generates tables that are fully compatible with GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM). The generated syntax works perfectly in GitHub README files, issues, pull requests, discussions, and wikis. It also works with other platforms that support GFM, including GitLab, Bitbucket, and many static site generators.
Yes! All table editing and Markdown generation happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to our servers or stored anywhere. Your table content remains completely private and secure on your device. You can use this tool offline once the page has loaded.