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Citation & Research : Citation Tools
Citation Tools: sub-module 4 of 4 of how to cite
Writing a citation from scratch can seem like an overwhelming task. Citation generators are tools that help create a “rough draft” of the citation. Always double check your citation that a citation generator gave you against the rules and examples in a citation guide you trust.
Tips
- College Expectations
Your college may not support your use of citation generators. Refer to your college guidelines before using any of the tools listed here. - Citation Generators
Need to cite, but don't know where to start? Use a citation generator. Citation generators are tools that create citations based on content pulled from the URL. - Find the "Cite" Button
Online library resources have an auto citation generator built in. Look for the Cite It, or Cite button when you’re searching your library’s resources. - Word Processing Software
Online citation tools often make little mistakes. Check your college library's citation guide to check the rules and examples, and proofread your citations carefully. - Proofread Your Citations
Online citation tools make mistakes. Check your college library's citation guidelines and proofread your citations carefully.
Your college may not support your use of citation generators. Refer to your college guidelines before using any of the tools listed here.
Need to cite, but don't know where to start? Use a citation generator. Citation generators are tools that create citations based on content pulled from the URL.
Online library resources have an auto citation generator built in. Look for the Cite It, or Cite button when you’re searching your library’s resources.
Online citation tools often make little mistakes. Check your college library's citation guide to check the rules and examples, and proofread your citations carefully.
Online citation tools make mistakes. Check your college library's citation guidelines and proofread your citations carefully.Popular Citation Generators
Citation Generator
Citation generators are online tools that automatically create references with the click of a button.
Find a Citation Generator
Search for citation generators and choose from many available tools.
- Citation Machine Opens in a new window
Enter resource information and automatically generate citations in APA, MLA, Chicago and thousands more styles.
- BibMe Opens in a new window
Select a style, search for your resource, add it to your references list and download when you're done.
- EasyBib Opens in a new window
Choose your citation style, resource type, and automatically create a citation.
Cite Button in Library Resources
Most library resources including your library's online databases and search tools have citation buttons built in. Here are two examples of what that may look like:
Spot the Cite Button
Cite
Look for a button with quotation marks labeled Cite in online library resources. Click to automatically create citations for sources from the library.
Citation Tools
Look for a button with a word bubble labeled Citation Tools in online library resources. Click to automatically create citations for sources from the library.
Word Processor Tools
Most word processors have built-in tools that help you create citations and references while you write.
