Program or software or website that helps me make citations?
I need to create or save citations for resources I'm using in my paper. How do I keep make and keep track of my citations?
Answer
You have several options!
- If you're already in using the library's databases:
- almost all of them have a 'citation' feature where they will make the citation for you. Make sure you double check which citation style you need to use (typically either MLA 9th, APA 7th, or Chicago 17th). You can copy paste it into your word processor. Always look over it for mistakes. The auto-create features aren't always perfect!
- Most of the databases also have an 'export to RefWorks' feature. RefWorks is a citation management tool. We subscribe to RefWorks so you can create an account using your student email (student.cccs.edu). You can create 'folders' for different papers and manage the citations all together there. The 'Create Bibliography' feature uses the citation you have in that folder and creates a Works Cited (MLA style), References (APA style) , or Bibliography (Chicago style) for you. Always look over it for mistakes, if the mistake was in the database citation to begin with, RefWorks just copies it.
- You can consult and get help from writing tutors. You can drop-in, or make appointments in advance for in-person or online tutoring, or even submit your paper to be read over and returned to you with comments and suggestions via the Online Writing Lab (OWL). You might also check out their Writing Resources page.