A cross-reference is a hyperlink with a label that is generated automatically when you create headings, figure captions, table captions, bookmarks, etc. When you click on the field code for a cross-reference, it will take you to the specific location of the headings, captions, bookmarks, etc.
Here's the scenario: You have a document with numbered headings as well as a table and figure. You would like to cross reference to them throughout your document. You also want to learn about the different fields in the Cross-reference dialog box. Watch this video to learn how to add Cross-references.
• Word 2010 Cross References