# Adding a caption to a table

> Turn on the Caption checkbox in a table's properties to add a caption area above the first row, then enter your caption text.

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updated: 2026-10-06

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To add a caption to a table:

1. Click anywhere in the table to select it.
1. In the menu bar that appears, click the **Table properties** icon.
1. Under the **General** tab, select the **Caption** checkbox.
1. Click **Ok**. A caption area appears above the first table row.
1. Place your cursor in the caption area and enter your caption text.