Selecting table cell content is difficult

Phenomenon

When trying to select text within a table cell in Chrome, the selection may extend outside the cell or may not work properly. It’s difficult to select and edit cell content precisely.

Reproduction example

1. Create a table with cells containing text
2. Try to select text within a cell
3. Observe selection behavior

Observed behavior

• Selection may extend to adjacent cells
• Or selection may not work at all
• Cell boundaries are not respected
• Precise selection is difficult

Expected behavior

• Selection should be contained within cell
• Cell boundaries should be respected
• Selection should work smoothly
• Editing should be precise

Browser Comparison

• Chrome/Edge: Selection may extend outside cell (this case)
• Firefox: Similar selection issues
• Safari: Selection behavior most inconsistent

Notes and possible direction for workarounds

• Constrain selection to cell boundaries
• Intercept selection events in table cells
• Prevent selection from extending outside cell
• Provide visual feedback for cell boundaries