The Limits of Fidelity: What to Reproduce (and What Not to Reproduce) in a Quotation

An MLA editor gives examples of typography that should and should not be reproduced in a quotation Read More

Pointing Out Reasons with As, Since, For, and Because

Learn how to use the conjunctions as, since, for, and because Read More

How do I refer to other parts of a work I’m writing or editing?

You may refer to another part of an essay by adding a parenthetical cross-reference in prose. (see “Findings,” below) A page number… Read More

Do I need to cite computer-aided design (CAD) software that I used to create a drawing or model?

If you use computer-aided design, or CAD, software to create a two-dimensional drawing, a three-dimensional model, or another type of visual output to be included… Read More

How do I cite a note in an e-book?

To cite a note in a work that does not have page numbers, indicate the chapter or other division where the note occurs, if applicable,… Read More

How do I indicate that material in a source I’m quoting has been redacted?

If a source you are quoting from includes names, words, or even entire passages that have been redacted—for legal reasons or to avoid offensive language,… Read More

The Rhyme without the Reason: What’s Wrong with Sneak Peak

Understand the origins of peak, peek, and pique Read More

How can I distinguish a born-digital photograph from an analog photograph in a works-cited-list entry?

You may distinguish a born-digital photograph from an analog photograph in a works-cited-list entry by giving the format of the photograph at the end of the entry. Read More

How do I cite a comment thread in a Facebook group?

In a Facebook group, users can create posts that other members of the group can comment on. Comments on a post can then be replied… Read More

How do I cite street art?

How you cite a piece of street art will depend on how you viewed it. In Person If you viewed the street art in person… Read More