TOC Builder by RobertIvan
A Table of Contents generator for WordPress with admin interface.
Use with caution
TOC Builder by RobertIvan works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where TOC Builder by RobertIvan stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| gutenberg | >100 |
| headings | >100 |
| navigation | >100 |
| table of contents | >100 |
| toc | #35 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About TOC Builder by RobertIvan
From the official readme · v1.3.0Description
TOC Builder by RobertIvan is a Table of Contents plugin that automatically generates a navigation menu from your content’s headings. It includes an admin interface for configuration and is suitable for long-form content, documentation sites, and blogs.
Core Features
- Auto-Detection – Automatically scans content for headings (H1-H6)
- Smooth Scroll – Animated scrolling to sections
- SpyScroll – Highlights the current section in the TOC while scrolling
- Gutenberg Ready – Includes a native block with live preview in the editor
- Configurable – Customize position, colors, heading levels, and more
- Performance – Assets loading and caching optimized
- Responsive – Compatible with desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Admin Interface
TOC Builder by RobertIvan features an admin settings page for configuration:
Design System
- Gradient color scheme
- Animations and transitions
- Card-based layout
- System typography
WordPress Sidebar Menu Structure
- Dedicated Sidebar Menu – Menu in WordPress sidebar with a custom icon
- General Settings – Core TOC functionality with live preview
- Appearance Settings – Visual customization options (coming soon)
- Advanced Settings – Options for developers (coming soon)
- Premium Features – Planned functionality
- Bookmarkable URLs – Direct URLs for each section
User Experience
- Live Preview – Preview updates based on selected heading levels
- Heading Selection – Click on heading boxes (H1-H6) to toggle selection
- Visual Hierarchy – Preview shows TOC structure based on heading selections
- Interactive Demo – Collapsible TOC preview with hide/show functionality
- Visual Feedback – Checkboxes with gradient backgrounds when selected
- 2-Column Layout – Settings on left, sticky live preview on right (desktop)
- Responsive Design – Stacked layout on smaller screens
Future Architecture
The admin interface is designed to accommodate upcoming features:
- Custom color schemes and typography options
- Advanced CSS customization
- Performance optimization controls
- Analytics and tracking capabilities
- Pre-built design templates
- Multi-language support infrastructure
Suitable For
- Long-form blog posts and articles
- Documentation and knowledge bases
- Educational content and tutorials
- Product guides and manuals
- Any content with multiple headings
Technical Details
File Structure
toc-master/
├── assets/
│ ├── css/
│ │ ├── style.css (Frontend TOC styles)
│ │ └── admin-premium.css (Admin interface styles)
│ └── js/
│ ├── script.js (Frontend functionality)
│ ├── admin-settings.js (Admin interface interactions)
│ └── block.js (Gutenberg block)
├── includes/
│ ├── class-toc-generator.php (Core TOC generation logic)
│ ├── class-toc-settings.php (Settings page with UI)
│ └── class-toc-block.php (Gutenberg block registration)
└── toc-builder.php (Main plugin file)
Admin Interface Architecture
The settings pages use a component-based architecture:
- CSS Design System – CSS custom properties, modular components, responsive breakpoints
- WordPress Sidebar Navigation – Individual pages for each settings section
- Live Preview System – TOC rendering with dynamic heading selection
Color Palette
Primary Colors:
* Primary Gradient: #4F46E5 → #7C3AED
* Accent Cyan: #06B6D4
* Accent Purple: #A855F7
Neutral Colors:
* Gray Scale: #F1F5F9 → #0F172A
* Success: #10B981
* Warning: #F59E0B
Support
For support, feature requests, and bug reports, please visit the plugin’s support forum on WordPress.org.
Credits
Developed with ❤️ for the WordPress community.
Installation
Automatic Installation
- Log in to your WordPress admin panel
- Navigate to Plugins → Add New
- Search for “TOC Builder by RobertIvan”
- Click “Install Now” and then “Activate”
- Navigate to TOC Builder in the WordPress sidebar to configure
Manual Installation
- Download the plugin ZIP file
- Upload the
toc-masterfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Navigate to TOC Builder in the WordPress sidebar to configure the plugin
After Activation
- Go to TOC Builder in the WordPress sidebar
- Enable the Table of Contents
- Select which heading levels to include (H1-H6)
- Choose where to display the TOC (before/after first heading, or top of content)
- Configure additional options like smooth scroll and collapsible TOC
- Save your settings
The TOC will appear automatically on posts and pages (if enabled) or you can use the [tbrv] shortcode to place it manually.
Frequently asked questions
How does the plugin work?
TOC Builder by RobertIvan automatically scans your post or page content for HTML heading tags (H1 through H6) and generates a navigational Table of Contents. It adds unique IDs to each heading so users can jump directly to sections.
Can I exclude specific headings?
Currently, you can select which heading levels (H1-H6) to include in the settings. For example, you can choose to only include H2 and H3 headings.
Does it work with page builders?
Yes. It works with any content that uses standard HTML heading tags ( to ) and the standard WordPress the_content filter. This includes most major page builders.
How do I manually insert the TOC?
You have three options: 1. Enable automatic insertion in TOC Builder settings 2. Use the [tbrv] shortcode anywhere in your content 3. Use the “TOC Builder” block in the Gutenberg editor
Can I customize the appearance?
The current version includes basic styling. Advanced appearance customization options (colors, typography, layout) are planned for future releases and will be accessible through the Appearance tab.
Is it compatible with my theme?
Yes. TOC Builder by RobertIvan is designed to work with any WordPress theme that follows standard WordPress coding practices.
Does it affect my site’s performance?
No. The plugin is optimized for performance with minimal CSS and JavaScript that only loads when needed.
Can I use it on multiple sites?
Yes. This plugin is licensed under GPLv2, which allows you to use it on as many sites as you want.
Changelog
Update with WordPress sidebar menu restructuring and live preview. Dynamic preview, clickable heading selectors, and navigation updates. Backward compatible.
1.3.0
- Improved: Codebase refactoring for better compatibility
- Fixed: Minor bugs and stability improvements
- Improved: CSS loading optimization
1.2.1
- Changed: All functions, classes, and hooks prefixed with tbrv_ to prevent conflicts
- Changed: All CSS classes renamed to .tbrv-* for consistency
- Improved: WordPress coding standards compliance with unique prefixes throughout
1.2.0
- Added: WordPress sidebar menu with icon and structure
- Added: Separate admin pages for General, Appearance, Advanced, and Premium
- Added: Live preview that regenerates when selecting/deselecting heading levels
- Added: Heading selectors with clickable areas
- Added: Visual selection feedback with gradient backgrounds
- Added: Preview generation showing TOC structure based on heading combinations
- Added: 2-column layout with settings and sticky preview side-by-side on desktop
- Improved: Asset loading – JavaScript only loaded on pages that need it
- Improved: UX with click-anywhere-on-box heading selection
- Fixed: Tab navigation replaced with WordPress standard submenu pages
1.1.0
- Added: Admin interface with design;
- Added: Tab-based navigation (General, Appearance, Advanced, Premium)
- Added: Live preview with interactive demo
- Added: Card-based settings layout
- Added: Animations and transitions in the admin interface
- Added: Responsive admin design
- Added: Architecture for upcoming premium features
- Improved: Visual feedback on user interactions
- Improved: Color scheme
1.0.1
- Fixed: Bug where heading ID injection failed when headings had no existing attributes
- Fixed: JavaScript and CSS assets not loading properly on frontend
- Fixed: Variable scope issue causing incorrect heading IDs to be reused
- Improved: Offset-based string replacement for reliability
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Added auto-detection of headings
- Added smooth scroll and SpyScroll
- Added Gutenberg block support
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FAQ
TOC Builder by RobertIvan: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is TOC Builder by RobertIvan free?
Yes. TOC Builder by RobertIvan is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is TOC Builder by RobertIvan safe to use in 2026?
TOC Builder by RobertIvan works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
How many websites use TOC Builder by RobertIvan?
TOC Builder by RobertIvan is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 341 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 45 times in the last 30 days.
Does TOC Builder by RobertIvan work with WordPress 7.1?
TOC Builder by RobertIvan is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does TOC Builder by RobertIvan need?
TOC Builder by RobertIvan requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was TOC Builder by RobertIvan last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on December 2, 2025 (10 months ago).
Who makes TOC Builder by RobertIvan?
TOC Builder by RobertIvan is developed and maintained by Robert.
What are the best alternatives to TOC Builder by RobertIvan?
The most popular alternatives to TOC Builder by RobertIvan are Classic Editor (8M+ installs), Classic Widgets (2M+ installs) and Advanced Editor Tools (1M+ installs).
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