# Markdown TOC Generator Generate a table of contents from Markdown headings with GitHub-style anchor links > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/markdown-toc-generator - **Category:** Format Conversion - **Keywords:** markdown, toc, table of contents, heading, anchor, outline, 目录, markdown toc, table of contents generator ## Overview The Markdown TOC Generator automatically creates a structured table of contents from your Markdown headings. It generates GitHub-style anchor links, allowing readers to navigate long documents, READMEs, or wiki pages with ease. ## Inputs - **Markdown Input** (textarea): Paste your Markdown here. TOC is generated from # headings... - **Minimum Heading Level** (select) - **Maximum Heading Level** (select) - **List Style** (select) - **Indent Style** (select) - **Include Anchor Links** (checkbox) - **Output Format** (select) - **Wrap in Code Block** (checkbox) ## When to use - When writing long-form documentation or README files that need a clear navigation structure. - When you want to automatically generate GitHub-compatible anchor links for your Markdown headings. - When formatting wiki pages or technical blogs where readers benefit from a quick overview of the content outline. ## How it works - Paste your raw Markdown text into the input area. - Configure your preferences, such as the minimum and maximum heading levels (H1 to H6), list style, and indentation. - Choose whether to include anchor links and select your desired output format (Markdown, HTML, or both). - Copy the generated table of contents directly into your document. ## Use cases - Generating a table of contents for a project README.md file on GitHub. - Creating structured navigation outlines for technical documentation and user guides. - Formatting blog posts written in Markdown to improve readability and SEO structure. ## Frequently asked questions ### How does the generator create anchor links? It formats heading text into GitHub-style slugs, converting characters to lowercase and replacing spaces with hyphens. ### Can I limit the table of contents to specific heading levels? Yes, you can set the minimum and maximum heading levels (from H1 to H6) to filter out minor subheadings. ### What list styles are supported? You can choose between unordered lists (using hyphens) and ordered lists (using numbers). ### Does this tool support HTML output? Yes, you can output the table of contents as Markdown, HTML, or a combination of both. ### Can I indent the list items with tabs instead of spaces? 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