Outline Navigation
Navigate long notes with the in-editor outline and Table of Contents command.
When a note contains headings, Octarine builds an outline that lets you jump between sections without scrolling through the whole document.
Using The In-Editor Outline
The outline appears at the right edge of the editor. In a wide pane it uses a compact marker rail; in a narrower pane or pop-out window it appears as an outline button. Hover over the rail or button to see the heading hierarchy, then select a heading to scroll to it.
The current section is highlighted as you move through the document.
If you do not want the in-editor control, open Settings -> Editor -> Content Display and turn off Show Outline.
Using The Table Of Contents Command
Access the outline for the current note in two ways:
- Command Palette: Press
Cmd/Ctrl + K, then search for "Table of Contents" - Direct Shortcut: Press
Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + Ofor instant access
Either method opens a searchable list of all headers in your note. Selecting any header scrolls the note to that section and places the cursor there, ready for you to continue editing.
When to Use This
The Table of Contents command is especially useful when:
- Working with long documents that span multiple screens
- Jumping between different sections while editing
- Reviewing the structure of a note without scrolling
- Navigating to a specific section without using the mouse
The outline is hidden in Focus Mode and when a note has no headings.
Quick Answers
Where is the note outline?
It appears at the right edge of the editor for notes that contain headings.
Can I navigate headings from the keyboard?
Yes. Press Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + O, or run Table of Contents from the Command Bar.
Can I hide the in-editor outline?
Yes. Turn off Show Outline under Settings -> Editor -> Content Display.