To generate a table of contents, in the process of writing a paper, there should be a correct hierarchy and number at the beginning or every part of the topic. Generally speaking, it follows the hierarchical structure of "1". Introduction, 2. Research background "and" 3. Experimental method ". Then, you can use the following steps to generate the directory:

Number and integrate each topic and chapter of the paper to ensure the continuous completion of numbering;

Select Insert-Directory in the document menu to open the Directory dialog box;

In the Table of Contents dialog box, select the style you like and check "Show Page Numbers";

After confirming the settings, click OK to generate the directory.

Precautions:

Ensure that the numbering and hierarchy are accurate, otherwise it will affect the accuracy and quality of the catalogue;

When modifying and adjusting the structure, the contents of the directory should be updated synchronously;

Some paper formats require that the table of contents should be single-page. Please check the corresponding format specification yourself before operation.

The above are simple steps to generate the directory, and different writing software may be slightly different. You can perform corresponding operations according to the software used and the format requirements.