# wpDataTables – Tables and Charts WordPress Plugin
> wpDataTables is a WordPress plugin for creating responsive, interactive data tables and charts from virtually any data source: MySQL queries, Google Sheets, Excel, CSV, JSON, XML, and PHP arrays. It supports front-end and back-end editing, conditional formatting, advanced filtering, data export (CSV, PDF, XLS), and chart rendering via Google Charts, Highcharts, ApexCharts, and Chart.js. Available as Lite (free) and paid plans (Basic, Pro, Developer, Enterprise).
wpDataTables is built by Melograno, the team behind Amelia, Trafft, and IvyForms, with over 10 years in the WordPress ecosystem. It is used for financial reports, product catalogs, sports statistics, dashboards, pricing tables, comparison tables, employee directories, and any other large or complex dataset that needs to live inside WordPress. Compatibility with the current WordPress version is continuously maintained and tested.
## Product
- [wpDataTables WordPress Plugin](https://wpdatatables.com/): Homepage — overview of table and chart creation capabilities, use cases, and getting started.
- [Pricing](https://wpdatatables.com/pricing/): All plan tiers (Lite, Basic, Pro, Developer, Enterprise), feature comparison, add-ons, and bundle options.
- [Features](https://wpdatatables.com/features/): Complete feature list — data sources, table types, chart engines, editing modes, export tools, integrations, and accessibility.
- [Integrations](https://wpdatatables.com/integrations/): All supported third-party WordPress plugin integrations.
- [Addons](https://wpdatatables.com/de/addons/): Available add-ons including Powerful Filters, Master-Detail Tables, Front-End Editing, and form integrations.
- [Table Examples](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-examples/): Live examples of tables built with wpDataTables — pricing tables, financial reports, product comparisons, sports data, and more.
- [Developer Docs](https://wpdatatables.com/developers/): Developer documentation, API hooks, and filter reference for custom integrations.
- [About Us](https://wpdatatables.com/about-us/): Company background and the team behind wpDataTables.
## Getting Started (Documentation)
- [Features Overview](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/general/features-overview/): Full technical overview of all data source types, table types, chart engines, and editing modes.
- [Configuration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/general/configuration/): Global plugin settings — database connections (MySQL, MS SQL, PostgreSQL), cache, custom CSS/JS, and defaults.
- [Table Configuration Page Overview](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/general/table-configuration-page-overview/): All settings available when creating or editing a table — data source, columns, display, and behavior options.
- [wpDataTables Shortcodes](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/general/wpdatatables-shortcodes/): All shortcode parameters for embedding tables and charts in posts, pages, and templates.
- [Gutenberg Integration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/gutenberg-integration/): Adding wpDataTables to pages using the WordPress block editor.
- [Elementor Integration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/elementor-integration/): Embedding wpDataTables in Elementor page builder layouts.
## Creating Tables by Data Source
- [Creating Simple Tables (manual)](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/creating-simple-wpdatatables/): Building and filling tables manually from the WordPress back end, without any external data source.
- [MySQL Query Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/creating-mysql-based-wpdatatables/): Creating tables from a direct MySQL query — supports WordPress database, external MySQL databases, and the built-in SQL query builder.
- [Google Sheets Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/creating-wpdatatables-from-google-spreadsheets/): Linking a table to a Google Spreadsheet so it auto-updates when the source changes.
- [Excel File Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/creating-wpdatatables-from-excel-files/): Importing data from .xls, .xlsx, or .ods Excel files.
- [CSV File Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/creating-wpdatatables-from-csv-files/): Creating tables from uploaded or linked CSV files.
- [JSON Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/tables-showing-data-from-json/): Building tables from JSON data sources, including nested JSON with authentication.
- [XML Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-wpdatatables/tables-showing-data-from-xml/): Creating tables from XML data sources.
- [Editable Tables from Excel/CSV/Google Sheets](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/creating-new-wpdatatables-with-table-constructor/importing-data-to-editable-mysql-table-from-excel-or-csv-with-table-constructor/): Importing spreadsheet data into an editable MySQL-backed table — combines file import with front-end editing.
## Table Features
- [Responsive Design](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/responsive-design/): Making tables responsive — custom breakpoints, column hiding on mobile and tablet, and scroll behavior.
- [Conditional Formatting](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/conditional-formatting/): Highlighting rows, columns, or cells by value using CSS rules — similar to Excel conditional formatting.
- [Advanced Filtering](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/advanced-filtering/): Per-column filters, cascading filters, filter widgets, and the Powerful Filters add-on.
- [Sorting](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/sorting/): Default and multi-column sorting behavior, sort direction, and column-level sort control.
- [Calculation Functions](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/calculation-functions/): Column-level totals, averages, min/max, and formula (calculated) columns that update dynamically.
- [Row Grouping](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/row-grouping/): Grouping table rows by a column value for grouped display and subtotals.
- [Export Tools](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/table-data-export-tools/): Exporting table data to CSV, PDF, XLS, and clipboard copy — configurable per table.
- [Server-Side Processing](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/server-side-processing-lazy-loading/): Lazy loading for very large MySQL tables — server handles filtering and pagination instead of the browser.
- [Fixed Headers and Columns](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/table-features/fixed-headers/): Keeping column headers and specific columns visible while scrolling through large tables.
## Charts
- [Creating Charts with wpDataCharts](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/wpdatacharts/creating-charts-wordpress-wpdatachart-wizard/): How to create a chart linked to a wpDataTable using the chart creation wizard.
- [Google Charts](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/wpdatacharts/google-charts/): Available Google Charts types, configuration, and GeoChart setup (requires Google Maps API key).
- [Highcharts](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/wpdatacharts/highcharts/): Highcharts and Highcharts Stock chart types — note: requires a separate commercial license for commercial use.
- [ApexCharts](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/wpdatacharts/apexcharts/): ApexCharts integration for interactive, modern chart visualizations.
- [Chart.js](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/wpdatacharts/chart-js/): Chart.js rendering engine for lightweight, responsive charts.
## Add-ons and Integrations
- [IvyForms Integration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/addons/ivyforms-integration/): Turn IvyForms form submissions into interactive, filterable wpDataTables automatically — available on all plans including Lite.
- [Gravity Forms Integration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/addons/gravity-forms-integration/): Display and manage Gravity Forms submission data in a wpDataTable.
- [Formidable Forms Integration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/addons/formidable-forms-integration/): Connect Formidable Forms entries to wpDataTables for front-end data display.
- [Master-Detail Tables](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/addons/master-detail-tables/): Link a summary table to a detail view — clicking a row loads per-record detail content on a custom page or post.
- [WPBakery Page Builder Integration](https://wpdatatables.com/documentation/wpdatacharts/wpbakery-page-builder-integration/): Embedding tables and charts using the WPBakery (Visual Composer) page builder.
## Key Blog Guides
- [14 Examples of Data Tables on Websites](https://wpdatatables.com/examples-of-data-tables/): Real-world table design patterns across industries — with analysis of what makes each effective.
- [Advanced Database Tables: SQL, Relations and Dynamic Queries](https://wpdatatables.com/sql-relations-and-dynamic-queries/): How to build complex, relational MySQL tables with dynamic SQL queries and placeholders.
- [How to Create WordPress Tables from Files and Spreadsheets](https://wpdatatables.com/create-wordpress-tables-from-files/): Step-by-step guide to creating tables from CSV, Excel, and Google Sheets without rebuilding data.
- [How to Convert JSON to an HTML Table](https://wpdatatables.com/json-to-html-table/): Converting JSON API data into a readable, filterable WordPress table.
- [wpDataTables vs TablePress](https://wpdatatables.com/wpdatatables-vs-tablepress/): Feature-by-feature comparison — data sources, chart support, editing, conditional formatting, and pricing.
## Optional
- [Privacy Policy](https://wpdatatables.com/privacy-policy/): Data handling and GDPR compliance information.
- [Contact](https://wpdatatables.com/contact/): Support ticket system and contact options.
- [Blog Archive](https://wpdatatables.com/blog/): All blog posts covering WordPress tables, data visualization tutorials, and plugin guides.