About HTML Table Generator
Create professional HTML tables with our intuitive table generator. Edit cells in real-time, customize styling, and export to multiple formats including HTML, CSV, JSON, and Markdown. Perfect for web developers, content creators, and anyone who needs to create tables quickly.
Features
- Visual Editor: Edit table cells directly with live preview
- Dynamic Rows/Columns: Add or remove rows and columns easily
- Header Cells: Toggle between TH and TD tags for any cell
- Multiple Export Formats: HTML, CSV, JSON, and Markdown
- Styling Options: Border, striped rows, hover effects, compact mode
- Copy to Clipboard: One-click copy in any format
- Download Files: Export as files for easy sharing
- Live Preview: See your table rendered in real-time
- Responsive Design: Works on all devices
- 100% Client-Side: No server uploads, all local
How to Use
- Start with the default 3×3 table or add/remove rows and columns
- Click on any cell to edit its content
- Hover over cells and click TH/TD to toggle header cells
- Use arrow buttons to add rows/columns at specific positions
- Enable styling options like borders, striped rows, or hover effects
- Preview your table in real-time
- Export or copy in your preferred format (HTML, CSV, JSON, Markdown)
- Use the trash icons to remove specific rows or columns
Export Formats
HTML:
Standard HTML table with proper thead/tbody structure. Includes optional CSS classes for styling.
CSV:
Comma-separated values format. Perfect for importing into Excel, Google Sheets, or databases.
JSON:
JavaScript Object Notation. First row becomes keys, remaining rows become data objects.
Markdown:
Markdown table syntax. Compatible with GitHub, Reddit, and most Markdown processors.
HTML Table Structure
A well-structured HTML table consists of several elements:
- <table>: The container element for the entire table
- <thead>: Groups header content (optional but recommended)
- <tbody>: Groups body content
- <tr>: Table row
- <th>: Table header cell (bold and centered by default)
- <td>: Table data cell
Styling Options Explained
- Border: Adds visible borders around cells
- Striped Rows: Alternating row colors for better readability
- Hover Effect: Highlights rows on mouse hover
- Compact: Reduces padding for a more condensed table
Common Use Cases
- Create pricing tables for websites
- Display product comparisons
- Show data in documentation
- Generate tables for blog posts
- Create schedule or timetable layouts
- Display statistics and reports
- Convert spreadsheet data to HTML
- Create responsive data tables
Best Practices
- Use <th> tags for header cells to improve accessibility
- Keep tables simple and avoid nesting tables when possible
- Use <thead> and <tbody> for better semantic structure
- Add appropriate CSS classes for styling
- Consider responsive design for mobile devices
- Use meaningful header labels
- Keep cell content concise
- Test table accessibility with screen readers
Accessibility Tips
- Always use <th> for header cells
- Add scope="col" or scope="row" to header cells
- Use caption element to describe the table
- Ensure sufficient color contrast
- Avoid using tables for layout purposes
- Test with keyboard navigation
CSS Styling Examples
Basic Border:
table { border-collapse: collapse; }
th, td { border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; }Striped Rows:
tr:nth-child(even) { background-color: #f2f2f2; }Hover Effect:
tr:hover { background-color: #ddd; }Tips & Tricks
- Use Tab key to quickly navigate between cells
- Toggle TH/TD for any cell to create complex header structures
- Export to CSV for easy import into spreadsheet applications
- Use JSON format for JavaScript applications
- Markdown format is perfect for GitHub README files
- Copy HTML code directly into your web pages
- Add rows/columns at specific positions using arrow buttons