Citation Formatter
Free citation formatter for APA 7, Harvard, and IEEE. Enter authors, year, title, journal details, DOI, or URL and copy a clean reference for your bibliography.
- APA 7, Harvard, and IEEE
- DOI and URL support
- One-click copy to clipboard
Use the Citation Formatter
Smith, J. A., & Lee, R. (2024). Research methods for postgraduate study. Journal of Academic Practice. 12(3), 45-62. https://doi.org/10.1234/example.2024.003
Always verify against your university style guide.
How to use this tool
Select a style
Choose APA 7, Harvard, or IEEE.
Fill the source fields
Add authors, year, title, journal/container, volume, issue, pages, and DOI or URL.
Copy the citation
Review the formatted output and copy it into your reference list. Cross-check your university guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does this replace my university style guide?
No. Departments often tweak Harvard or APA. Always cross-check against your assigned style guide before submission.
Can I format a full reference list here?
This tool formats one citation at a time. For multi-source cleanup and consistency checks, use our Referencing & Formatting support.
Which citation styles are supported?
APA 7, Harvard, and IEEE for typical journal-style entries. Edge cases (reports, datasets, legislation) may need manual adjustment.
Should I include a DOI or a URL?
Prefer DOI when available. Use a stable URL only when there is no DOI, and follow your style guide’s online-source rules.