1. lyx creates tables with the following parameters \added_space_top 0.3cm \added_space_bottom 0.3cm \align center \LyXTable ... i dont't know why, but i got some tables with \align center \LyXTable ... is it possible to change these parameters within lyx, or have i to patch the sourcefile ... ;-) 2. sometimes i move tables from a floating environment to a nonfloating one. it's just a little bit complicated to cut and paste the table. from my point of view it's a good idea to delete the table from lyx (double mouseclick from table menu) in a buffer so that I can paste the deleted table. Herbert -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.perce.de/voss