emacs - `variable-pitch` for org-mode, fixed-pitch for tables?

Question

I found out about variable-pitch-mode through a thread here on StackOverflow, and it's very handy when writing in org-mode, easier on the eyes and everything. But using tables in org is close to worthless when using proportional fonts. And being able to use tables is one of the strengths with org-mode :-(

Is there any way to have proportional fonts for text, headings etc. but a monospace font for tables in org-mode?

Answer 1

See if this works,

(set-face-attribute 'org-table nil :inherit 'fixed-pitch)

You may use C-u C-x = to see which face is in effect at a particular point.