Citation Generator
Auto-generate academic citations in APA 7th, MLA 9th, and Chicago formats.
Category: Text Tools
How to use
- Select source type (book, journal, website, newspaper).
- Enter author, title, and publication info.
- All three citation formats are generated at once.
Input Explanation
Fill in the form fields: author name(s), publication year, title, publisher, URL, etc.
Calculation Basis
Formats the metadata according to the typographic rules of each style guide (APA 7th, MLA 9th, Chicago 17th), including italics placement, punctuation order, and author name format.
Usage Examples
- Academic papers - Generate properly formatted references quickly.
- Reports & homework - Create consistent citations across multiple sources.
Examples
- Enter a book by "John Smith" (2023) titled "Modern Design" to instantly get all three citation formats
- Fill in a journal article's DOI and volume info to generate a ready-to-paste MLA works cited entry
Cautions
- Always cross-check generated citations against your institution's latest style guide before submitting academic work, as citation rules are updated periodically.
FAQ
Which source types?
Books, journal articles, websites, and newspaper articles.
Multiple authors?
Two authors are both listed; three or more use et al.
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