JustFTables

Just a minimal extension that fixes a very annoying limitation: seamless column and row merging for Obsidian tables.

⚠️ Note: The merged layout is rendered and visible only in Reading View. In Live Preview or Source mode, you will see the raw syntax.

Example

Without extension:

With extension:

How to use it

Merging Columns (colspan - sideways)

To merge a cell horizontally across multiple columns, start the cell text with -> followed immediately by a number indicating how many columns to span (e.g., ->2, ->3).

Example Markdown:

| Header 1 | Header 2 | Header 3 |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| ->2 Merged across two columns |   |Normal cell |

Merging Rows (rowspan - downwards)

To merge a cell vertically down across multiple rows, start the cell text with -/ followed immediately by a number indicating how many rows to span (e.g., -/2, -/3).

Example Markdown:

| Header 1 | Header 2 |
| :--- | :--- |
| -/2 Spans 2 rows down | Normal cell |
|                      | Another cell |

Commands

The following commands are available via the Obsidian Command Palette (Ctrl/Cmd+P):

• JustFTables: Add example fixed table: Creates a sample table, making it easier to get familiar with how the extension works.
• JustFTables: Show version: Shows the currently installed version.