Data & Content Types

Table Data

Table data is structured information arranged as rows and columns.

Also called Tabular dataRow-and-column dataSpreadsheet dataData table

Visual Example

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Plain Definition

Table data is useful when each record follows the same set of fields.

You Might Describe This As...

  • "Spreadsheet data"
  • "Data table"

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You May Also Mean

Table data is the content; a table is the UI component that displays it.

Table

Check the name, visual cue, and typical use.

What It Is Used For

  • Comparing records
  • Exporting reports
  • Feeding charts or dashboards

Example User Phrasing

  • "Show this table data in the admin view."
  • "Import the rows and columns from the file."