Thus, you begin applying headings at 'Table of Authorities.' The title 'Table of Contents' does NOT appear within the Table of Contents it only titles the page.'Cover Page' is typed on section 1 to serve as a marker for now.Word permits several levels, but for demonstration purposes we use 3 heading levels. Your document headings will have different levels.Generate and insert your TOC into your document.Apply heading styles and levels to the items you want to include in your TOC.The 2 basic steps to creating your Table of Contents: