Table Blocks
Table blocks let you present structured data in rows and columns. They are ideal for feature comparisons, keyboard shortcut references, configuration parameters, and any content that benefits from a grid layout.
Creating a Table
- Add a new block — Click the + button and select Table.
- Define the structure — A default table is created with a header row and a few columns. Click any cell to start editing.
- Fill in your data — Type content in each cell. Use Tab to move to the next cell, or click directly on any cell.
Editing Tables
| Action | How to |
|---|---|
| Edit a cell | Click on any cell and start typing |
| Move between cells | Press Tab to go forward, Shift+Tab to go back |
| Add a row | Use the table controls that appear when the table is active |
| Add a column | Use the table controls that appear when the table is active |
| Delete a row/column | Use the table controls to remove rows or columns |
💡 Tip: Keep tables concise. If your table has more than 6-7 columns, consider splitting the information across multiple smaller tables or using a different format.
Header Row
The first row of every table is treated as the header row. Header cells are visually distinct (bold text, different background) to clearly separate column labels from data.
Tables in Exports
Table blocks are preserved in all export formats:
| Format | Rendering |
|---|---|
| Standard HTML table via print | |
| HTML | Styled HTML table |
| Markdown | Markdown table syntax |
| Presentation | Dedicated table slide |
| AI Video | AI can generate a "table" visual slide |
Tables in AI Video
When you generate an AI video from a document containing tables, the AI scenario generator can create dedicated table slides. These display your table data in a styled visual format within the video.
⚠️ Warning: Very wide tables (many columns with long text) may overflow in some export formats, particularly PDF and presentation. Keep cell content short when possible.
Can I merge cells?
Cell merging is not currently supported. Each cell in the grid is independent.
Can I sort table data?
The editor does not provide built-in sorting. Arrange your rows in the desired order manually.
Is there a limit on rows and columns?
There is no hard limit, but tables with more than 20 rows or 8 columns may become difficult to edit and may not render well in all export formats.
Can I paste a table from Excel or Google Sheets?
Direct table paste from spreadsheet applications is not supported. You need to create the table in clarife and fill in the cells manually, or paste content cell by cell.
Can I add formatting inside table cells?
Table cells support plain text only. Bold, italic, and links within cells are not currently available.