Hierarchical headings

Traditionally, hierarchical headings start with roman numerals at the top level (I, II, III); then switch to capital letters (A, B, C); then numerals (1, 2, 3); then lowercase letters (a, b, c); then romanettes (i, ii, iii); and then variations of the above using two parentheses instead of one, or other barely visible ...

1. How do you create a hierarchy heading?
2. What is hierarchical numbering?
3. What are small Roman numerals called?
4. What goes after Roman numerals?

How do you create a hierarchy heading?

Tools > Outline Numbering defines the hierarchy of headings in a document.
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Default settings on the Outline Numbering dialog box.

1. In the Level list, choose 1. In the Number list, choose 1, 2, 3, .... ...
2. In the Level list, choose 2. ...
3. In the Level list, choose 3.

What is hierarchical numbering?

Each requirement within a project has two different numbers associated with it. The hierarchical number changes as requirements are added, moved or deleted. ... The other number associated with each requirement is its unique serial (or ID) number.

What are small Roman numerals called?

romanette (plural romanettes) (colloquial, law, typography, US) A Roman numeral in lower case, such as “ii”, as frequently introduces list items; or, a list item introduced by such.

What goes after Roman numerals?

After each Roman numeral, letter, or number put a period. Begin all lines with an upper case letter.