Using MLA Format
Document Sources
Works cited quick guide.
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Digital Citation Tool
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In-Text Citations
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Endnotes and Footnotes
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Set Up Your Paper
Setting up a research paper.
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Formatting Captions
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Sample Papers
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Annotated Bibliographies
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Get started with MLA style. Learn how to document sources, set up your paper, and improve your teaching and writing. Document Sources Works Cited Quick Guide Learn how to use the MLA format template. Digital Citation Tool Build citations with our interactive template. In-Text Citations Get help with in-text citations. Endnotes and Footnotes Read our …