How to Put Two Tables Side by Side in Google Docs [2026 Full Guide]
In this video, I will show you how to place two tables side by side in Google Docs. Since Google Docs does not have a native "side-by-side" feature for tables, you’ll learn how to use an invisible outer table as a container to perfectly align your data.
This Google Docs tutorial will cover:
✅ Inserting a 1x2 outer "container" table
✅ How to nest individual tables within each cell of the container
✅ Resizing your tables for a balanced and professional appearance
✅ Hiding the outer table borders for a clean, seamless layout
✅ Understanding why text columns are not suitable for table alignment
By the end of this video, you will know the most effective layout hack for arranging multiple tables side-by-side, giving you total control over your document’s visual structure.
If you’re searching for how to put tables side by side in Google Docs, Google Docs nested table tutorial, aligning multiple tables in Docs, or how to hide table borders, this video is for you.
💡 Tip: To make the outer table invisible, right-click the outer table, select "Table properties," and set the "Table border" width to 0 pt; this keeps your tables perfectly aligned while making the container disappear from the final print or export.
If you have any questions after watching, feel free to ask in the comments and I’ll help you out!