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# Data Table Block

> Learn how to use Data Table blocks to display information in a structured table format.

The **Data Table** block displays information in a structured table format. Use it to present data, create schedules, or organize information into rows and columns.

This is a display block for presenting information. it's not assessable like the Data Table Question block.

<Info>
  For assessable tables where learners fill in answers, use the [Data Table Question](/creating/resources/question-blocks/data-table-question) block instead.
</Info>

## When to use Data Table blocks

Data Table blocks work well for:

* Displaying structured data and information
* Creating schedules and timetables
* Presenting comparison tables
* Organising reference information
* Showing results and statistics

## Settings

### Table structure

Add rows and columns to build your table. Each cell can be configured individually:

<ParamField path="Cell type" type="select">
  The type of content in each cell:

  * **Text**: Plain text content
  * **Checkbox**: A checkable box (display only)
  * **Tally marks**: Tally mark representation
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="Text alignment" default="center" type="select">
  Alignment of text within cells: **left**, **center**, or **right**.
</ParamField>

### Display settings

<ParamField path="Highlight first row" default="false" type="switch">
  When enabled, the first row is visually highlighted as a header row.
</ParamField>

<ParamField path="Highlight first column" default="false" type="switch">
  When enabled, the first column is visually highlighted as a label column.
</ParamField>

## Tips for teachers and parents

**Best practices:**

* Use header highlighting to make tables easier to read
* Keep tables simple; avoid too many rows and columns
* Use consistent cell types within columns
* Add clear column and row headers
* Consider using checkboxes for checklists or yes/no data
* Use tally marks cells for counting data displays

## Related blocks

* [Data Table Question](/creating/resources/question-blocks/data-table-question). Assessable version where learners fill in table cells