How to make table responsive in mail mobile view

To make a table responsive in a mobile view, you can use various techniques depending on the email client and its capabilities. Here are some methods to achieve a responsive table in a mobile view:

  1. Use a responsive table template: Many email marketing platforms, such as Mailchimp, Campaign Monitor, and Constant Contact, offer responsive table templates that automatically adjust to mobile devices. You can use these templates to create a responsive table.
  2. Use a fixed-width table with a small width: Set the table width to a fixed value (e.g., 300px) and use a small font size to ensure the table fits on a mobile screen. This method works well for simple tables with few columns.
  3. Use a percentage-based table width: Set the table width to a percentage value (e.g., 80%) and use a flexible font size. This method allows the table to adapt to different screen sizes.
  4. Use a mobile-friendly table layout: Use a layout that is optimized for mobile devices, such as a single-column layout or a layout with a small number of columns.
  5. Use CSS media queries: Use CSS media queries to apply different styles to the table based on the screen size. For example, you can use a media query to set the table width to 100% on mobile devices.
  6. Use a JavaScript library: Use a JavaScript library like jQuery or a dedicated email template library to create a responsive table. These libraries can help you create a responsive table that adapts to different screen sizes.
  7. Use a mobile-friendly table plugin: There are several plugins available that can help you create a responsive table, such as Responsive Tables for Email or Tableizer.

Here is an example of a responsive table using CSS media queries:

<table style="width: 80%; font-size: 12px;">
  <!-- table content -->
</table>

@media only screen and (max-width: 480px) {
  table {
    width: 100%;
  }
}

In this example, the table width is set to 80% on desktop devices, and the font size is set to 12px. On mobile devices with a screen width of 480px or less, the table width is set to 100% to ensure it fits on the screen.

Remember to test your responsive table in different email clients and devices to ensure it looks good and functions as expected.