Complete APA Format Guide

Complete APA format guide for students and researchers.

APA format is the citation style published by the American Psychological Association. Used widely in social sciences.

APA 7th Edition Format

Always cite sources to avoid plagiarism. APA 7th edition is the current standard.

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Quick APA Rules

  • Author: Lastname, F. I.
  • Up to 20 authors listed
  • No author → title first
  • No date → (n.d.)
  • Books/journals → italicized
  • DOI: https://doi.org/…
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