Delete Empty Rows/Columns

To delete all empty rows and columns in a table, place the cursor in the table, and click Delete Empty Rows/Columns (see below).

Word 2007–2019

Delete Empty Rows/Columns button 

This button is found on the TABLE TOOLS: LAYOUT tab, which becomes visible when the cursor is placed in a table.

Word 2000–2003

Delete Empty Rows/Columns button 

This button is found on the Merops: Reviewing toolbar.

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