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How to Make a Table of Contents in Google Sheets (2024 Update)

December 5, 2024

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to make a table of contents in Google Sheets in just a few simple steps. Simply follow the steps below.

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Make a Table of Contents in Google Sheets

Follow the steps below to make a table of contents in Google Sheets.

1. Click the “+” Icon to Create a New Sheet for Your Table of Contents

Add a new sheet for the table of contents by clicking the "+" icon at the bottom left of your screen, and rename it to "Table of Contents." This new sheet will serve as a centralized location for your links to other sheets.

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2. Select a Cell for the First Link in Your Table of Contents

Click on the first cell where you want to create a link in your table of contents. This cell will be where you add the link to the first sheet in your document.

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3. Right-Click the Selected Cell and Click “Insert Link

Right-click on the selected cell and choose "Insert link."

4. Select "Sheets and Named Ranges"

In the dialog, select "Sheets and named ranges." This option allows you to create direct links to the sheets in your document.

5. Choose the Sheet You Want to Link

Pick the sheet you want to link. This creates a hyperlink that allows users to jump directly to that sheet.

6. Repeat the Linking Process for the Rest of the Sheets

Click the next cell down, right-click, and choose "Insert link." Then select "Sheets and named ranges" to link each corresponding sheet in your table of contents.

7. Format the Table of Contents to Your Liking

Adjust the font style, size, and alignment to improve the appearance of your table of contents.

8. Test Your Links by Clicking Each Link

Click each link in your table of contents to confirm they direct you to the correct sheets.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to make a table of contents in Google Sheets. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to export a Notion table to Google Sheets and how to make a master sheet in Google Sheets.

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