I’m trying to figure out how to control the height of table cells in Google Docs using Apps Script. I know we can set the width with setWidth(), but there doesn’t seem to be a setHeight() function.
Does anyone know a workaround for this? I’m specifically trying to prevent tables from spilling onto the next page when I add images to the cells. It would be great if there was a way to set a fixed height for each cell.
I’ve looked through the documentation, but I can’t find anything that directly addresses this issue. Any tips or alternative approaches would be really helpful. Thanks!
hey jack, docs can be a pain. have u tried tweaking paragraph spacng or line hite? that might get u closer to a fixed cell hite. might play with custom functions too. hope it helps!
While Google Docs doesn’t offer a direct method to set cell height via Apps Script, there are alternative approaches you can consider. One effective workaround is to manipulate the content within the cells. You could insert a blank paragraph with a specific line spacing or add an invisible image with a set height to effectively control the cell’s vertical size. Another option is to adjust the table’s overall layout properties, such as row spacing or cell padding, which can indirectly influence cell height. These methods require some trial and error, but they can help achieve a more consistent table appearance across pages. Remember that the exact behavior may vary depending on the document’s other formatting and content.
I’ve encountered similar challenges with Google Docs tables. One approach that’s worked for me is using a combination of paragraph styles and invisible spacers. By creating a custom paragraph style with specific line spacing and applying it to the cell content, you can somewhat control the vertical space. Additionally, inserting a thin, transparent image as a spacer can help maintain a minimum cell height.
Another trick I’ve found useful is setting up a script to automatically adjust table properties when content is added. While it doesn’t directly set cell height, it can help manage overflow by redistributing content or adding rows as needed. This requires some complex scripting, but it’s been effective for maintaining table structure across pages in my documents.
Remember, Google Docs’ table behavior can be quirky, so these solutions might need some tweaking for your specific use case.