How to Cite a Website in MLA
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How to Cite a Website in MLA
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Frequently Asked Questions
MLA citation is a method of referencing sources in academic writing. It's commonly used in the humanities and involves listing sources in a works cited page with in-text citations that refer back to them.
To cite a website in MLA, include the author's name, the website title, publisher (if available), the date of publication, the URL without the 'http://' part, and the date of access.
For a complete MLA website citation, you need the author's name, page title, website name, the publication date, the URL, and your access date. Make sure to format these elements according to MLA guidelines.
Yes, the publication date is important in an MLA citation because it shows when the content was published. If no date is available, indicate 'n.d.' for 'no date' to comply with MLA standards.
The author's name is typically found at the top or bottom of a webpage. If the name isn't clear, check the 'About' section or the page where the content is credited to an individual or organization.
Yes, if a webpage is authored by multiple individuals, list each author in the order as they appear on the page. Use the standard MLA format for multiple authors, such as 'Smith, John, et al.'.
If a website has no identifiable author, begin the citation with the webpage title instead. Follow MLA format to ensure the page is still easily traceable.
Yes, the URL helps locate the exact webpage cited. Omit 'http://' or 'https://' and ensure to note the URL at the end of the citation for completeness.
Enclose the title of the webpage in quotation marks and capitalize the integral words in line with MLA style guidelines. This helps distinguish the webpage title clearly in the citation.
Yes, including the date you accessed the website is vital in MLA, especially when content changes frequently online. This information is useful for locating the cited material in its original form.
No, you cannot edit the generated results within the tool. You must adjust your input and regenerate citations or manually edit them outside the tool for any changes.
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A works cited page in MLA is double-spaced, with entries in alphabetical order by the first term in each citation. This format organizes references neatly and correctly.
MLA format requires attention to detail with specific rules for different types of sources. Knowing each element's placement and the precise way to present online sources can be challenging.