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  1. Go to the Insert Tab, and select the Table Button.

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  2. Create a title for your table, make sure it is visible on the slide.

  3. Give your table real headers. Go to the Table Design Tab, and in the Table Styles Options section, check Header Row.

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When creating a table, follow these rules.

  1. Only have one header row, one header column, or one of each.

  2. Do not use nested tables, split cells, or merged cells.

  3. Use text and backgrounds that give a good color contrast ratio of 4.5 : 1 or higher. Provide Alt Text (and a long description if needed).

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Warning

This table has very poor color contrast and would be hard for anyone to read.

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This table has a good color contrast ratio. This table is very easy to read for most readers.

4. Provide Alt Text (and a long description if needed).

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