What is the Markdown table syntax?

A Markdown table uses pipe characters (|) to separate columns and hyphens (---) to define the header row separator. Colons in the separator control alignment: :--- left, :---: center, ---: right.

How many rows and columns can I have?

The generator supports up to 10 columns and 20 rows. For larger tables, generate a base table and add more rows manually.

Which Markdown renderers support tables?

Tables are a GitHub-Flavored Markdown (GFM) extension and are supported by GitHub, GitLab, many static site generators (Jekyll, Hugo, Eleventy), and most modern Markdown editors. Standard CommonMark does not include tables.

Can I set different alignment per column?

Yes. Each column has an alignment selector: left (default), center, or right. The generator inserts the correct colon syntax in the separator row.

Can I add or remove rows and columns after generating?

Yes. Change the row or column count at any time — the table grid updates immediately, preserving any values you have already entered.

Do the cells support Markdown formatting?

Most Markdown renderers support inline formatting inside table cells — bold, italic, inline code, and links. Enter the formatting directly into the cells.

Does this work offline?

Yes. The generator runs entirely in your browser and works without a network connection.

How do I render the table to see how it looks?

Copy the output and paste it into the Markdown Preview tool to see the rendered table.

Markdown Table Generator — Visual Table Builder

Markdown Table Generator

Fill in cells visually and get the Markdown table syntax instantly — no memorising pipe characters.

100% client-side · no upload

Columns Data rows

Markdown output

How to generate a Markdown table

Set the number of columns and data rows using the inputs above.
Fill in the header row (first row, shaded) with your column names.
Choose alignment for each column using the dropdown in the header row.
Fill in the data cells with your values.
Click Copy to copy the Markdown table syntax.
Paste into your README, documentation, or Markdown file.

Common use cases

README comparison tables: Compare features, versions, or options side by side.
Documentation: Present API parameters, configuration options, or data fields.
Data presentation: Format spreadsheet data for Markdown reports.
Specification tables: List requirements, acceptance criteria, or test cases.

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Preguntas frecuentes

What is the Markdown table syntax?: A Markdown table uses pipe characters (|) to separate columns and hyphens (---) to define the header row separator. Colons in the separator control alignment: :--- left, :---: center, ---: right.
How many rows and columns can I have?: The generator supports up to 10 columns and 20 rows. For larger tables, generate a base table and add more rows manually.
Which Markdown renderers support tables?: Tables are a GitHub-Flavored Markdown (GFM) extension and are supported by GitHub, GitLab, many static site generators (Jekyll, Hugo, Eleventy), and most modern Markdown editors. Standard CommonMark does not include tables.
Can I set different alignment per column?: Yes. Each column has an alignment selector: left (default), center, or right. The generator inserts the correct colon syntax in the separator row.
Can I add or remove rows and columns after generating?: Yes. Change the row or column count at any time — the table grid updates immediately, preserving any values you have already entered.
Do the cells support Markdown formatting?: Most Markdown renderers support inline formatting inside table cells — bold, italic, inline code, and links. Enter the formatting directly into the cells.
Does this work offline?: Yes. The generator runs entirely in your browser and works without a network connection.
How do I render the table to see how it looks?: Copy the output and paste it into the Markdown Preview tool to see the rendered table.