MLA Style Guide 1
MLA Style and Formatting Guide
What is the MLA style?
MLA stands for the Modern Language Association and refers to their specific rules of formatting
and style for scholarly and collegiate research papers. This style is widely used in the humanities,
but you may be asked to use MLA in other classes. Always check with your instructor!
How do I format a page in MLA style?
Your MLA paper should be 12 pt. Times New Roman font, double spaced, and 1-inch margins
on all sides. On the top-left corner of the first page, include your name, professor’s name, class
title/section, and the date. Include a header with your last name and page number at the top right
corner of every page.
In-
Text Citations
What are in-text citations?
In-text citations are used when the writer summarizes, quotes, or makes reference to any outside
source within the text. They show the reader the work or person you are quoting or paraphrasing
within your essay. It is crucial to attribute any quote, idea, or summary that is not your original
thought to avoid any plagiarism.
How to add your header:
Insert tab > Page Number > Top of the
page > Select Page Number Type >
Type your last name next to the
number.
