How To Create A Table Of Contents In Confluence
- George Apostolov
How To Create A Table Of Contents In Confluence: step-by-step guide
Open the Confluence page where you want the Table of Contents.
Type "
/table of contents"anywhere on the page, then select it from the menu to insert.Customize basic settings by selecting “Basic” in the right-side panel.
For more control, click the 'Advanced' tab where you can set indent headings.
Quick answer: To build a table of contents in Confluence, open your target page, insert the macro by typing `/table of contents`, and select it. Next, customize basic settings in the right-side panel, or switch to the Advanced tab for precise control over heading indentation.
About this Confluence tutorial
Easily add and customize a table of contents on any Confluence page by inserting the macro and adjusting basic or advanced settings. This guide shows how to create A Table Of Contents In Confluence in 4 steps, starting with "Open the Confluence page where you want the Table of Contents" and finishing with "For more control, click the 'Advanced' tab where you can set indent headings". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Confluence interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create A Table Of Contents In Confluence?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Confluence data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Confluence. Related guides: How to Create a Template in Confluence, How To Create A Template In Confluence From An Existing Page and How To Create A Timeline In Confluence. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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