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Document Outline Generator
Turn pasted headings into a clean numbered outline that shows the full document hierarchy.
Build a document outline
Heading count: — · Depth: —
How to use the Document Outline Generator
- Paste your headings one per line with hash marks for levels.
- Choose decimal, roman or bullet numbering.
- Press Print outline to print it or save it as a PDF.
Features
- Up to four outline levels with indentation
- Decimal, roman or bullet numbering
- Live heading count and depth readout
- Optional level labels beside each entry
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the free online document outline generator.
Paste your headings one per line, choose a numbering style, then press Print outline to print
it or save it as a PDF.
Press Print outline and choose your printer, or select Save as PDF in the print dialogue to
keep a digital copy of the outline.
Start a line with one hash mark for a main section, two for a sub section and three for a
deeper point, or simply indent the line.
The outline shows the full hierarchy with numbered levels, while a table of contents normally
lists entries with page numbers instead.
No. The outline is built in your browser, so the headings you paste never leave your own
device.
Yes. If you jump straight from a level one heading to a level three heading, the outline
promotes it so the numbering stays sensible.
The count shows how many headings the outline contains and the depth shows how many levels
deep the hierarchy goes.
No. The print stylesheet hides the header, buttons, help sections, related links and adverts,
so only the outline is printed.
Yes, the document outline generator is completely free and unlimited, with no account and no
sign-up required.
Yes. The generator is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets and desktops in any
modern browser.
Last updated: October 10, 2026