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Citation builders are programs that can help you create your citation. In most cases, you simply type in the information the program asks for (author name, title, etc) and hit the submit button. The program will create a citation for you that you can copy and paste into your document. Some builders will autogenerate citations based on just a title or URL. While this can be very helpful, there are sometimes multiple versions of the same resource (such as reprints). Make sure to select the same version of the resource as the one you're actually using.

• Citefast

  Cite your work in four easy steps. Fast and free citation generator for APA 7th ed. • MLA 8th ed. • Chicago 16th ed.

• Cite This For Me
  One of the most popular citation builders. Supports dozens of citation styles including ALA, MPA, Chicago, and Turabian. And while you don't have to watch ads to build citations, this cite is very ad heavy. Does contain limited results for recommended sources that can be expanded with subscription; although, recommended citations usually work or can be expanded on without the need for subscription.

• Citation Machine
  Fill out a form and generate MLA, APA, Chicago and Turabian citations for a variety of common publication types. Ad heavy site that requires you to watch an ad for free 48 hour access past your first citation.

• KnightCite

  Choose a style, choose a type of resource (book, article, etc.), and then type in the requested information.
  KnightCite is maintained by the Hekman Library at Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI.

• Landmark Citation Machine

  Generates citations for MLA, APA, Chicago, and Turabian styles.

• NCSU Libraries Citation Builder
  Basic, straightforward citation builder from NCSU Libraries. Covers APA, MLA, and Chicago styles with no ads. Enter the relevant information in the blanks and hit "Submit" - it's that easy!

• NoodleTools Express

  Generates citations for MLA, APA, and Chicago styles.