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Free Tools for Writing in the MLA Format

MLA format is the Modern Language Association's guidelines for formatting term papers, essays and college thesis papers. The guidelines dictate how title pages are formatted, how the body of the essay should be formatted and how a writer should give appropriate credit to all resource material. Learning to properly use MLA format isn't difficult, and with the available free tools to help you format, you can create MLA papers by simply entering the information you need formatted and letting the tools do the work.
  1. MLA Format Templates

    • There are a number of templates available free of charge that will allow you to format your papers in MLA style if you use Microsoft Word or Openoffice (see Resources). These templates are already appropriately set up so all you need to do is enter the resource information. The templates format for you. If you use either of these popular word processors, this is the best approach.

    Online MLA Format Tools

    • Use a free online MLA format tool. There are a number of free online tools available that allow you to create and print a properly formatted MLA bibliography (see Resources). These online tools are easy. You simply type in the appropriate information and print.

    Online MLA Reference Guides

    • If you prefer to do the formatting yourself but need the information at your fingertips, a reputable online reference website is the perfect way to go( see resources). Using this step by step information with written examples will help walk you through the process as you format your own MLA papers.

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