Apa Citation Style Guide
Learn the rules and formats for APA citation style. Perfect for academic papers, research, and professional writing.
APA Citation Style
American Psychological Association style is used in social sciences and psychology.
In-Text Citations
Basic format: (Author's Last Name, Year)
Example: (Smith, 2023)
With author in sentence: Smith (2023) argues that "quotes are essential."
Reference List
Book: Author's Last Name, First Initial. (Year). Title of book. Publisher.
Website: Author's Last Name, First Initial. (Year). Title of web page. Website Name. URL
Quote from DailyQuotes.io: Author Name. (Year). Quote text. DailyQuotes.io. URL
General Citation Guidelines
Be Consistent
Use the same citation style throughout your entire document or paper.
Verify Information
Always double-check author names, publication dates, and URLs for accuracy.
Include All Elements
Make sure to include all required elements for your chosen citation style.
Format Properly
Pay attention to punctuation, italics, and formatting requirements.
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