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Most information from Rude, Carolyn. Technical Editing, 4th ed.
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Tables should be easy to read and understand.
• Items compared are listed down the left column (stub)
• Points of comparison are listed across the top
Readability is important.
• Avoid placing rules except when absolutely necessary
• Shading across alternating lines or sections may increase readability
Alignment and consistency are key.
• Columns of numbers should be aligned on the decimal
• Headings should identify the represented measure
• Notes may be used to clarify information
Year Number of toys 1
Reindeer weight (lbs)
Elf attrition (%)2
2008 25,000,456 300 15
2007 24,987,231 287 8
2006 18,209,678 267 5
1Based on toys both constructed on-site, and ordered online2From standing population of 236 full-time employees
Rude, C. (2006). Technical Editing. Pearson, p. 208.
•Correctness
•Consistency
•Accuracy/completeness
•Visual design• Title• Headings• Column headings• Alignment• Column spacing• Typeface
Table Editing