Reviewed October 2026
APA 7th edition
APA 7th edition
explained with examples
Paper format, citations and references,
with exact measurements and a checklist on every page
Format
Margins, line spacing, indentation, font, title page, headings and page numbers.
Citations
Direct quotes, paraphrasing, multiple authors and secondary sources.
References
Book, article, website, video, podcast, thesis and AI tools, with full examples.
Tools
Word template, Google Docs, reference generator and Zotero.
APA in Word
Set up your document in six steps and save it as a template.
Cite ChatGPT
Reference format, in-text citation and when to disclose AI use.
By institution
What to do when your school asks for something different from APA.
Independent guide
Not affiliated with the American Psychological Association. Original text and examples.