Mar 10, 2025 • Adrian T
How to Create a Table of Contents in Google Docs Automatically
A table of contents (TOC) makes it easier for readers to navigate long documents. In Google Docs, you can generate a TOC automatically with just a few clicks. Here’s how to do it.
Step 1: Apply Heading Styles
Google Docs uses heading styles to create a TOC. To apply them:
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Select the text you want to include in the TOC.
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Click on Styles in the toolbar (default is "Normal text").
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Choose a heading level: Heading 1, Heading 2, or Heading 3.
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Repeat for all section titles in your document.
Step 2: Insert the Table of Contents
Once you’ve formatted your headings, follow these steps:
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Place your cursor where you want the TOC (usually at the beginning of the document).
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Click Insert in the menu bar.
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Select Table of contents.
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Choose a style:
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Plain text TOC (hyperlinked headings for digital use).
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Dotted TOC (includes page numbers for printed documents).
Step 3: Update the Table of Contents
If you add or change headings, update the TOC:
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Click on the TOC.
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Click the refresh icon next to it.
Bonus: Customize Your TOC
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Change TOC font and size: Select the TOC and modify the font, size, or color.
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Remove a TOC: Click on it and press Delete.
Conclusion
By using the automatic TOC feature, you can make your documents more organized and easier to navigate. Try it in your next Google Docs project!
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