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Does CSS table-layout Work in HTML Email?
The table-layout property defines the algorithm used to lay out table cells, rows, and columns.
Quick Answer
Does table-layout work in HTML email?
The CSS table-layout property is supported in Gmail, Outlook (Mac / Web), Apple Mail, Yahoo! Mail, and others. It is NOT supported in Outlook (Windows). Always include a safe fallback for unsupported clients.
Which Email Clients Support CSS table-layout?
CSS support for table-layout across email clients
| Email Client | Desktop | Mobile / Web | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gmail | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — |
| Outlook (Windows) | ✗ No | ? | — |
| Outlook (Mac / Web) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — |
| Apple Mail | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — |
| Yahoo! Mail | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — |
| Samsung Email | ? | ✓ Yes | — |
| Thunderbird | ? | ? | — |
| ProtonMail | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | — |
| Fastmail | ? | ? | — |
Notes
- #1 Not supported. All tables are forced to `table-layout:fixed`.
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