Selecting tables and their components, Selecting a table, Selecting a table cell – Apple Numbers '08 User Manual

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Chapter 3

Using Tables

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To copy a table from one iWork application to another:

1

Select the table you want to copy, as “Selecting a Table” on page 51 describes.

2

Choose Edit > Copy.

3

In the other application, set an insertion point for the copied table, and then choose
Edit > Paste.

Selecting Tables and Their Components

You select tables, rows, columns, table cells, and table cell borders before you work
with them.

Selecting a Table

When you select a table, selection handles appear on the edges of the table.

Here are ways to select a table:

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If the table cell isn’t selected, move your pointer to the edge of the table. When the
pointer changes to include a black cross, and you can click to select the table.

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If a table cell or border segment is selected, click the Table handle in the upper left to
select the table. You can also press Command-Return.

Selecting a Table Cell

When you select a cell, the border of the selected cell is highlighted.

Selecting a cell also displays reference tabs along the top and sides of the table.

To select a single table cell:

1

Move the pointer over the cell. The pointer changes into a white cross.

2

Click the cell.

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