Convert your Word document to PDF while keeping the table of contents fully navigable. Each TOC entry remains a clickable link that jumps to the correct section — all converted privately in your browser.
Long reports, theses, manuals, and ebooks need a working table of contents for easy navigation. This tool ensures your TOC links work perfectly in the PDF.
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How to Word to PDF — Clickable Table of Contents
- Ensure your Word document uses heading styles (Heading 1, 2, 3)
- Generate or update the TOC in Word before converting
- Upload the document to the converter
- Click Convert — TOC links are automatically preserved
- Download and test navigation in your PDF reader
Pro Tips
- Use Word built-in heading styles — custom formatted text will not link properly
- Update your TOC field in Word before converting for accurate page numbers
- Multi-level TOC (H1, H2, H3) all convert with proper nesting
- PDF bookmarks panel will also show your document structure
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make TOC links work in PDF?
Use Word heading styles (Heading 1, 2, 3) and generate the TOC using Insert > Table of Contents. Our tool preserves these as clickable PDF links automatically.
Will page numbers in TOC be correct?
Yes. The converter recalculates page positions and ensures TOC page numbers match the actual PDF pages.
Can I add bookmarks to the PDF?
The tool automatically creates PDF bookmarks from your Word heading structure, giving readers a navigation panel in their PDF viewer.
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