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Why Accurate Citations Matter
Proper citations give credit to original authors, avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to locate your sources. This generator follows the latest official guidelines: APA 7th edition, MLA 9th edition, and Chicago 17th edition (Notes & Bibliography).
- APA: Author, (Year). Title. Publisher. DOI/URL
- MLA: Author. Title. Publisher, Year.
- Chicago: Author. Title. Publisher, Year.
Citation FAQ
Which format should I use?
APA is common in social sciences, MLA in humanities, and Chicago in history and some business fields. Check your assignment guidelines.
Do I need a DOI or URL?
APA and Chicago require DOIs for journal articles when available. MLA recommends including URLs for online sources.
How to cite multiple authors?
Enter all authors separated by commas. The generator formats them correctly per style (e.g., APA uses "&" before the last author).