Resize width of columns and rows in a table

September 14, 2026
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This tutorial will show you hot to resize width of columns and rows in a table in the following three methods.

  • ption 1: AutoFit function

  • ption 2: Adjust columns / rows manually

  • ption 3: Adjust row / column widths accurately

· Option 1: Adjust rows / columns manually

Tips: drag the cell border to adjust columns

· Option 2: Adjust row/column widths accurately

Select the cell range for operation. Then, enter an accurate value in ‘Width’ or ‘Height’ input box.

· Option 3: AutoFit function

1. Select the table for operation → go to the Table Tools tab → click AutoFit.

2. Choose one of the default options from the drop-down list regarding your situation.

In WPS Writer, there are five default methods to resize the table. Here are the illustrations.

o AutoFit to Window

o AutoFit to Content

image (4).gifo Switch Row / Column

image (5).gifo Distribute Rows Evenly

image (6).gifo Distribute Columns Evenly

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