Tables not staying put

[tshad]

In Word 2008, I have a few tables that I am trying to set on top of each
other.

In a couple of cases, if I try to move the table down by putting returns
between the tables, the bottom table moves down then jumps back up again.
If you show special characters you can see the returns on the left of the
table in the margin instead of between the tables.

In Draft mode, it shows the separation correctly, but not in Print mode. As
I add more returns, sometimes the tables rows seem to disappear - other
times the table might jump into/over the other table.

What is causing this?

Thanks,

Tom

 

[CyberTaz]

Based on what I've gathered from your other postings I'd say it's because
you've been dragging the tables. Once you drag a table it becomes a floating
object but is still anchored to the paragraph where it was inserted. If
anything causes that paragraph to relocate the table anchored to it
repositions accordingly. This is dependendent on the settings in Table>
Table Properties> Positioning, but any floating objects are a challenge in a
Word document. Literally *everything* is tied to the text in one way or
another, so as the flow of text changes so goes what's anchored to it. Also,
keep in mind that once you specify the Positioning your settings will be
overridden by any further dragging of the table.

I'm not sure what you're attempting to construct, but it sounds like you may
be laying yourself open for a good deal of grief, aggravation & frustration.
It may be a good idea to post a message describing the overall nature of
what you're trying to accomplish & what the intent of the document is.
Perhaps someone could offer some alternatives to achieve your goal - even if
it turns out that Word isn't the best way to go.