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Toc Generator

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kostja94
toc-generator

When the user wants to add, optimize, or audit table of contents (TOC) for long-form content. Also use when the user mentions "TOC," "table of contents," "table of contents for article," "article TOC," "jump links," "content outline," "article navigation," "in-page navigation," "add TOC to blog," or "TOC for long content." For article SEO template, use article-page-generator.

Overview

Publisherkostja94
Repositorymarketing-skills
Skill nametoc-generator
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979
Forks
137
Bundled files
Instructions only
LicenseMIT
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Skill sourceRepositoryHomepage
  • Markdown instructions

    A SKILL.md file the model loads on demand, so it only costs tokens when a request actually matches.

  • Works with any LLM

    AI skills are plain Markdown, not provider-specific code, so this works with GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model.

  • Self-contained

    Everything the model needs lives in the instructions — no extra files to sync.

  • Open source

    Published by kostja94 on GitHub. Read the source before you install it.

Installation

Install the Toc Generator AI skill in TypingMind to use it with any LLM, or drop it into another agent that reads SKILL.md.

1

Install in TypingMind

TypingMind installs a skill straight from its GitHub folder — it reads SKILL.md, bundles the resource files, and stores the result locally.

  1. Open the app and go to Plugins → Skills.
  2. Choose "Install from GitHub".
  3. Paste the skill folder URL below and confirm.
  4. Enable the skill in any chat where you want it available.
Plugins → Skills → Add skill → From GitHub URL, then paste the folder URL and press Continue.
2

Install in another agent

Any agent that reads the Agent Skills format can use this skill — copy the folder into that agent's skills directory.

Claude Code — .claude/skills
git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/kostja94/marketing-skills.git /tmp/marketing-skills
mkdir -p .claude/skills
cp -r /tmp/marketing-skills/skills/components/navigation/toc .claude/skills/toc-generator
Restart Claude Code after copying so it picks up the new skill.

Use it in TypingMind

Enable Toc Generator in any TypingMind chat and the model takes it from there. Its name and description sit in the system prompt, and the moment a request matches, the model loads the full instructions itself — you never invoke it by hand, and it costs no tokens until it is actually used.

The model loads Toc Generator on its own as soon as a request matches it.

Works with any AI model

AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so Toc Generator is not tied to the model it was written for. Install it once in TypingMind and use it with GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama, or a local model you run yourself — all on your own API keys.

  • Loaded only when it is needed

    The system prompt carries just the name and description. The instructions are fetched on the first matching request, so an idle skill costs nothing.

  • Switch models mid-chat

    Because the skill is instructions rather than code, changing model does not break it — the next model reads the same SKILL.md.

Skill instructions

This is the SKILL.md content the model loads. Read it before installing — a skill is instructions your model will follow.

Components: Table of Contents (TOC)

Guides TOC implementation for long-form articles, guides, and whitepapers. TOCs improve UX and SEO by enabling quick navigation and reducing bounce rates.

When invoking: On first use, if helpful, open with 1-2 sentences on what this skill covers and why it matters, then provide the main output. On subsequent use or when the user asks to skip, go directly to the main output.

Initial Assessment

Check for project context first: If .claude/project-context.md or .cursor/project-context.md exists, read it for content structure.

Identify:

  1. Content type: Blog article, guide, whitepaper, documentation
  2. Length: TOC most valuable for 1000+ word content
  3. Platform: Web, mobile, both

Placement Strategies

PlacementBest ForProsCons
After introMost articlesNatural flow; visible earlyCan scroll out of view
Floating sidebarVery long contentAlways visibleMore complex; mobile challenges
CollapsibleLong articlesLess intrusiveMay be overlooked
Top of articleMobile-firstAccessible on all devicesTakes space

Technical Implementation

Heading Structure

  • One <h1> per page
  • <h2> for major sections
  • <h3> for subsections; avoid skipping levels
  • Headings >=15 characters for SEO

Jump Links

  • Assign unique IDs to headings (e.g., id="keyword-optimization")
  • Use kebab-case for IDs
  • Link TOC entries via anchor tags (#section-id)
  • Descriptive anchor text; include target keywords naturally

Semantic HTML

html
<nav aria-label="Table of contents">
  <ol>
    <li><a href="#section-1">Section Title</a></li>
  </ol>
</nav>

SEO Best Practices

PracticePurpose
Schema.org TableOfContentsHelp search engines understand structure
Keywords in headingsNatural integration; avoid stuffing
Jump links in SERPGoogle may feature TOC links; increases CTR; see serp-features

UX Guidelines

Visibility & Interaction

  • Clear visual hierarchy; indent nested items
  • Highlight current section when scrolling (optional)
  • Smooth scroll behavior for jump links

Mobile

  • Minimum 16px font size
  • Touch targets >=44x44px
  • Responsive layout; consider collapsible on small screens

Accessibility

RequirementPractice
ARIAaria-label="Table of contents" on nav
KeyboardAll links keyboard-accessible
Screen readersProper heading structure; TOC aids skimming

Output Format

  • TOC structure (sections, nesting)
  • Heading/ID mapping suggestions
  • HTML/ARIA notes
  • SEO checklist

Related Skills

  • tab-accordion: Collapsible TOC uses same disclosure pattern; details/summary implementation
  • heading-structure: TOC built from heading structure
  • content-optimization: H2 structure, lists, tables for Featured Snippets
  • featured-snippet: Featured Snippet optimization; TOC supports snippet structure
  • serp-features: SERP features; jump links in results
  • article-page-generator: TOC common in long-form article pages

Frequently asked questions

What does the Toc Generator AI skill do?

When the user wants to add, optimize, or audit table of contents (TOC) for long-form content. Also use when the user mentions "TOC," "table of contents," "table of contents for article," "article TOC," "jump links," "content outline," "article navigation," "in-page navigation," "add TOC to blog," or "TOC for long content." For article SEO template, use article-page-generator.

Why use Toc Generator on TypingMind?

Because you install it once and use it with any model. Toc Generator is plain Markdown rather than provider-specific code, so the same skill runs on GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, Grok, or a local model — and you can switch model mid-chat without it breaking. TypingMind runs on your own API keys, so you pay providers directly instead of a per-seat subscription, and your skills and chats stay in your own storage.

How do I install Toc Generator in TypingMind?

Open Plugins → Skills → Install from GitHub in TypingMind and paste https://github.com/kostja94/marketing-skills/tree/main/skills/components/navigation/toc. TypingMind reads its SKILL.md and installs it as a skill you can enable per chat.

Which AI models can use Toc Generator?

Any model you connect in TypingMind. AI skills are plain Markdown instructions rather than provider-specific code, so GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and local models can all load this skill when a request matches it.

How many AI models can I use with Toc Generator?

As many as you like. As long as a model supports skills, you can use Toc Generator with it — GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, Mistral, Llama and more — all on TypingMind with your own API keys.

Is the Toc Generator AI skill free?

Yes. It is published on GitHub by kostja94 under the MIT license. You only pay your own AI provider for the tokens you use.

What are AI skills?

An AI skill is a reusable instruction bundle that teaches an AI model how to do one specific task. It follows the open Agent Skills format: a SKILL.md file with a name and description, plus any scripts, templates or reference files the model may need. The model reads the instructions only when your request matches the skill, so an installed skill costs nothing until it is used.

How are AI skills different from plugins or MCP servers?

A plugin or MCP server gives a model new tools to call — code that runs somewhere and returns a result. An AI skill gives the model knowledge and process instead: how to approach a task, which steps to follow, what good output looks like. Skills are plain Markdown, so they need no server, no API key and no runtime, and they work with any model.

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