When you insert or draw a table, Word automatically adds black borders. You can change the borders or remove them.
Note:Â This content applies to the desktop version of Word for Mac. Some table features may not be available in Word for the web or mobile apps.
Remove all borders
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Click anywhere in the table. The Table Design tab appears.
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On the Table Design tab, click the arrow next to Borders and then click No Border.
Tip:Â Be sure to click Borders not Border Styles.
Remove only some borders
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Select the cells where you want to remove some borders.
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On the Table Design tab, click the arrow next to Borders and select the options you want.
Remove individual borders
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Click anywhere in the table.
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On the Table Design tab, select Eraser. Your pointer changes so you can remove individual borders.
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Click the borders you want to erase.
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When you're done, press Esc to turn off the Eraser tool.
