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# Tables

## What are tables?

As a way to visually present data, tables are a popular method for conveying information. Arranging data in rows and columns enables users to easily compare and analyze data patterns and understand the connections between them.

### Learn more about

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### Plotting data on a Table

To bind data to a Table, data must be structured in a block format.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/iAYwd04Cso8W90hQwmo7" alt=""><figcaption><p>A basic table structure, with rows or data and column headers along the top.</p></figcaption></figure>

1. Place a table component on the canvas. There are two types:
   1. [**Scorecard**](/components-functions-and-connections/overview/tables/scorecard.md) **-** a table component with more styling options and functionality.
   2. [**Data Table**](/components-functions-and-connections/overview/tables/data-table.md) - a table that captures the spreadsheet and displays it on the canvas, including formatting and styling.
2. Expand the **GENERAL** section of the component properties panel
3. Select the 'Bind to spreadsheet' ![](/files/lXAVzR1tKDYwrPd96LkN) button (visible when hovering over the 'Data to Display' input) - the spreadsheet will expand.
4. Select the table range in the spreadsheet and click 'Confirm'

<figure><img src="/files/yHbAykuvp5GPNcgXf0ba" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

After hitting confirm, the table will now display the data in the spreadsheet.

<figure><img src="/files/1ZbOLkQ0JD4Bc37dW6S6" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

The table will use some default styling and number formatting, but with a few changes, it can go from this (above) to this (below).

<figure><img src="/files/UvxbC8WYuE7WEgqbgMMn" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>