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Creating tables > Advanced table definitions >

Copying table syntax

You can copy the structure of a table (the syntax for the variables on the side and top of the table) and paste it into another table, using the Table Syntax pane.

Note: Using this method copies only the structure of the table. To copy the entire table, including the description and any table properties or filters, see Copying a table.

Copying the table syntax

► If the Table Syntax pane is not visible, choose

View > Table Syntax

► from the menu, or press Alt+7.

► In the Tables pane, select the table you want to copy from.

► From the menu, choose

Edit > Copy

or press Ctrl+C, or choose the Copy button on the toolbar:

► Select the table you want to copy to, or press Ctrl+T to create a new table.

► Place the cursor in the Table Syntax pane and press Ctrl+V.

► Choose the Apply button.