If you insert cross-references and then later make changes (e.g., rename the destination heading, edit the cross-reference format), you can update (i.e., refresh) the cross-references in the open content file.
Updating cross-references is not mandatory. When you generate output, all of the cross-references will be updated automatically in the output. However, the cross-references in the source files will remain as they were. You can update the cross-references in a source file as reassurance that the links are correct.
How to Update Cross-References
- Open a content file (e.g., topic).
- Select Tools > Update Cross-References. The Update Cross-Reference dialog opens, displaying the destination topics of your cross-references.
- Click Update.
