Converting between layers and tables

You can create your layout using layers, then convert the layers to tables so that your layout can be viewed in older browsers.

Before you convert to tables, make sure layers do not overlap (see Preventing layer overlaps).

To convert layers to a table:

1. Select Modify > Convert > Layers to Table.

   The Convert Layers to Tables dialog box appears.

2. Select the desired options.

   For more information, see Setting the Convert Layers to Table dialog box options.

3. Click OK.

   The layers are converted to a table.

To convert tables to layers:

1. Select Modify > Convert > Tables to Layers.

   The Convert Tables to Layers dialog box appears.

2. Select the desired options.

   For more information, see Setting the Convert Tables to Layers dialog box options.

3. Click OK.

   The tables are converted to layers. Empty cells are not converted to layers unless they have background colors.

   NOTE

   Page elements that were outside of tables are also placed in layers.