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Learn how to cite sources in APA format, including in-text citations and reference lists. Includes examples, tools, and links to detailed citation pages.
Learn how to cite a book in APA format manually or with Zotero, with clear steps, examples, and tips to ensure accurate citations.
Want an APA citation generator for free? Consider Zotero and Mendeley. These tools automate citations, saving time and ensuring error-free academic writing.
APA Format: Using Microsoft Word, clear instructions, practical tips, and examples are provided to raise your academic writing to a professional level.
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See how to use Mendeley. You will save a lot of time and your citations will be formatted correctly.
A table of contents in APA format can be easily inserted into your Word document. Just follow the APA style rules to create the TOC.
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See how to use Zotero. You will save a lot of time and your citations will be formatted correctly.
I found that the title of a paper in a journal I referenced was in title case and not sentence case - see figure above. Zotero generated the following
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Write a paragraph in APA format using Microsoft Word, and then apply the formatting to all other paragraphs - even in future assignments!
A page number in APA format is easily handled in Word. Find the correct APA page number format for the running head and citations.
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Footnotes in APA format can be used to add interesting information to your academic writing. That extra information can help you succeed.
Create your headings in APA format quickly by following the Word settings given.
Creating the title page in APA format using Microsoft Word is easy. See how to make an interesting but simple title page using Microsoft Word.
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Margins in APA format for your academic paper are usually set by default in Word. Check that they are. See how to correct if they are not or change for binding.
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