Word: Create automatic table of contents

Word is one of the most popular word processing programs. The software provides you with numerous features that allow you to create larger works. A table of contents allows you to keep track of your content. You can have this created automatically in Word.

How to create a table of contents automatically in Word

In Word you have the possibility to write longer works. Especially in this case, it is necessary to create a table of contents to give the reader a better overview of the contents. You can have a table of contents created automatically in Word if you take certain precautions.

1. To create a table of contents, it is first necessary to format your headings using a Word style sheet. To do this, go to "Start" and then click on the icon at the bottom right to display more options.
2. Then select your headings and choose an appropriate style sheet on the right side. The highest level has thereby the designation "Heading 1", the subjacent "Heading 2" and so on.
3. Have you formatted all headings, click on "References" or "References" at the top.
4. Now select the option "Table of Contents".
5. To format the table of contents, select here also "Custom Table of Contents".
6. Here you have the option in the tab "Table of Contents" to make various settings. For example, you can select whether page numbers should be displayed. On the left side it is also possible to select the fill characters and the shape of your table of contents.