On Word, tables are not just containers for data – they are essential formatting tools. Microsoft Word 2013 brought a new layout engine and finer controls for creating those little grids of cells. One of the little improvements was that text inside tables is not forced to align with text outside the table.

Microsoft makes it easier to create and format basic tables. Smart and subtle improvements are sure to continue with the arrival of Microsoft Office 2016. Download this free guide to help you learn how to properly format tables in Word.