Word Doc Complex Table Limitations

Complex Tables

While Word Docs can create basic accessible tables, creating complex tables is limited in Word.

Complex data table with multiple columns.

Try Remediating Complex Tables in Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Acrobat is a better environment for creating accessible complex tables such as the table above. An in-depth view of creating complex accessible tables will be explored in the PDF Accessibility Micro-Course.

If possible, try to break down the table into simpler tables only if it still makes sense what the relationships are between the data points. Alternatively, check-in with your local Distance Education Coordinator or Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS) for additional support.