Overview
DocsHound automatically creates a clickable in-article table of contents from the headings inside an article. This navigation appears alongside the article when the guide is published, making it easier for readers to jump between sections without scrolling manually.
The mini table of contents is generated from the article’s heading hierarchy. You do not need to manually create anchor links.
How it works
When an article includes headings, DocsHound uses those headings to build the in-article navigation automatically.
For example:
Heading 1...
creates a main section in the mini table of contents.
Heading 2....
creates a nested subsection under the relevant Heading 1.
When readers click an item in the mini table of contents, they are taken directly to that section of the article.
How headings are created automatically
When DocsHound generates an article, it analyzes the structure of the content and assigns heading levels where appropriate. Main topics are typically created as Heading 1 blocks, while supporting sections are created as Heading 2 blocks.
This means the article navigation is usually created automatically as part of the article generation process.
How to adjust the mini table of contents manually
To change what appears in the mini table of contents, edit the heading structure inside the article.
Open the article in the DocsHound editor.
Hover over the heading or text block you want to change.
Open the block context menu.
Switch the block to Heading 1, Heading 2, or standard body text.
Publish or refresh the guide.
DocsHound’s existing docs explain that Heading 1 is used for main headings and Heading 2 is used for subheadings. They also note that users can switch a heading type from the context menu while hovering over the heading line.
Best practices
Use Heading 1 for major sections of the article, such as “Overview,” “Setup,” “Configuration,” or “Troubleshooting.”
Use Heading 2 for subsections within those major sections.
Avoid using headings only for visual emphasis. Since headings control the article navigation, they should describe the structure of the article.
Keep heading names short and descriptive so the mini table of contents is easy to scan.
Example
Article structure:
Heading 1: Overview
Heading 1: Connect Your Account
Heading 2: Required Permissions
Heading 2: Troubleshooting Login Issues
Heading 1: Configure Settings
Heading 2: Default Options
Heading 2: Advanced OptionsThe mini table of contents would automatically show a clickable outline like:
Overview
Connect Your Account
Required Permissions
Troubleshooting Login Issues
Configure Settings
Default Options
Advanced Options