How to generate directory automatically in word

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step 1 Switch to the outline view

Click  View tab. It’s at the top of Word.

Click Outline. 

Therefore, before creat ing a directory, you should ensure that the title that you want to appear in the directory applies a built-in Title Style (Title 1 to heading 9). You can also apply styles or custom styles that contain outline levels.

If the structure and performance of the document is better,creating a qualified directory will become very quick and easy.

step 2 Generated directory

Move the cursor to where you want to insert the directory.

Click References tab.Click Table of Contents.

Choose a template you like.