TOC Generator Plugin for Aspose.PDF

The Aspose.PDF TOC Generator Plugin for .NET allows developers to automatically create, format, and insert professional tables of contents (TOC) into PDF documents. With support for batch operations, customizable TOC options, and easy integration, it ensures superior organization and navigation for users.

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Aspose.PDF TOC Generator Plugin Key Features

  1. Automatic TOC Insertion Instantly generate and place a clickable TOC at the beginning or any page of a PDF file.

  2. Customizable TOC Appearance Adjust TOC levels, styles, and destination pages to suit your document structure.

  3. Batch TOC Generation Process multiple documents and automate TOC creation across large projects.

Getting Started with Aspose.PDF TOC Generator Plugin

  1. Install Aspose.PDF for .NET Add via NuGet or assemblies to your .NET project.

  2. Configure Your License Activate your license keys for full-featured use.

  3. Set Up TOC Generation Options Use TocGenerator and TocOptions classes to define source PDF, output file, and TOC settings.

  4. Process and Save Run the generator and save your TOC-enriched document.

Example: Add a Table of Contents to a PDF (C#) 

using Aspose.Pdf.Plugins;

var inputPath = @"C:\Samples\sample.pdf";
var outputPath = @"C:\Samples\sample_toc.pdf";

var generator = new TocGenerator();
var options = new TocOptions();
options.AddInput(new FileDataSource(inputPath));
options.AddOutput(new FileDataSource(outputPath));

var resultContainer = generator.Process(options);
var result = resultContainer.ResultCollection[0];
Console.WriteLine(result);

Use Cases & Extensions

  • E-Books & Manuals: Add navigable TOCs to long-form documents for improved user experience.
  • Reports & Whitepapers: Enhance navigation in business reports, technical docs, or academic publications.
  • Batch Document Processing: Automatically insert TOCs into batches of generated or assembled PDFs.
  • Custom TOC Styling: For advanced customization, refer to the API to change fonts, indentation, or add cover pages.

To add TOCs to custom page ranges or format multi-level outlines, consult the API Reference for advanced options.

Best Practices

  • Place the TOC at the start of the document for maximum discoverability.
  • Use consistent TOC formatting across your document series for brand alignment.
  • Test TOC navigation in major PDF readers (Adobe, browser, mobile) to ensure all links work correctly.

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