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Introduction to Markdown

What is MarkdownMarkdown vs HTMLMarkdown editors and toolsBasic Markdown syntax

Markdown Text Formatting

Markdown headingsMarkdown paragraphsMarkdown bold and italic textMarkdown strikethroughMarkdown blockquotesMarkdown horizontal rules

Markdown Lists

Markdown unordered listsMarkdown ordered listsMarkdown nested listsMarkdown task lists

Markdown Links and Images

Markdown inline linksMarkdown reference linksMarkdown image syntaxMarkdown linked images

Markdown Code Formatting

Markdown inline codeMarkdown code blocksMarkdown syntax highlighting

Markdown Tables

Markdown basic table syntaxMarkdown table alignmentMarkdown multiline table cells

Advanced Markdown Features

Markdown footnotesMarkdown definition listsMarkdown abbreviationsMarkdown custom containers

Markdown Extensions

GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM)CommonMarkMultiMarkdownMarkdown Extra

Markdown in Practice

Markdown for documentationMarkdown for bloggingMarkdown in version controlMarkdown for note-taking

Markdown Tools and Integrations

Markdown-to-HTML convertersMarkdown in static site generatorsMarkdown in content management systemsMarkdown linters and formatters

Markdown Basic Table Syntax

Tables are an essential part of organizing and presenting data in Markdown documents. They allow you to structure information in a clear, readable format. This guide will walk you through the basics of creating tables using Markdown syntax.

Table Structure

Markdown tables consist of rows and columns, separated by pipes (|) and hyphens (-). Here's the basic structure:

| Header 1 | Header 2 | Header 3 |
| -------- | -------- | -------- |
| Row 1, Column 1 | Row 1, Column 2 | Row 1, Column 3 |
| Row 2, Column 1 | Row 2, Column 2 | Row 2, Column 3 |

Creating a Simple Table

To create a basic table, follow these steps:

  1. Start with a header row, separating each column with a pipe (|).
  2. Add a separator row below the header, using at least three hyphens (---) for each column.
  3. Add your data rows, again separating columns with pipes.

Here's an example of a simple three-column table:

| Fruit  | Color  | Taste  |
| ------ | ------ | ------ |
| Apple  | Red    | Sweet  |
| Lemon  | Yellow | Sour   |
| Grape  | Purple | Sweet  |

Formatting Tips

  • You don't need to align the pipes perfectly for the table to render correctly.
  • The outer pipes (|) are optional, but they can improve readability in your Markdown source.
  • Each header cell must have at least three hyphens (---) in the separator row.
  • To create a single-column table, use a single pipe on each line.

Table Variations

Markdown supports various table styles and alignments. For more advanced options, check out the guide on Markdown Table Alignment.

Best Practices

  • Keep tables simple and concise for better readability.
  • Use headers to describe the content of each column clearly.
  • Maintain consistent formatting across your document for a professional look.
  • Consider using Markdown Code Blocks for very wide tables or complex data structures.

Limitations

While Markdown tables are versatile, they have some limitations:

  • Basic Markdown doesn't support cell merging or spanning multiple rows/columns.
  • Complex formatting within cells may require HTML or extended Markdown syntax.
  • For tables with many columns, consider using a Markdown editor with table formatting features.

By mastering the basic table syntax in Markdown, you'll be able to present data effectively in your documents. For more advanced table features, explore GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) or other Markdown extensions.