Citation Guide

Master academic citations with these ChatGPT prompts designed to help you properly cite sources and manage references.

Citation Basics

Format Selection

Help me determine the appropriate citation format for my [document type] in [field]. Consider:
- Academic discipline requirements
- Publisher guidelines
- Institution preferences
- Document type specifications

Citation Generation

Help me create a citation for this source:
[source details]
Format: [citation style]
Include:
- All required elements
- Proper formatting
- In-text citation format
- Reference list entry

Reference Management

Bibliography Organization

Help me organize my bibliography for [paper title]. My sources include:
[source list]
Provide:
- Proper formatting
- Alphabetical ordering
- Categorization by type
- Cross-referencing guide

Citation Check

Review these citations for accuracy and completeness:
[citations]
Check for:
- Missing elements
- Format consistency
- Proper punctuation
- Updated editions

Special Cases

Multiple Authors

Help me cite this source with multiple authors:
[source details]
Style: [citation style]
Provide:
- First citation format
- Subsequent citations
- Reference list entry
- Author order guidelines

Digital Sources

Help me cite this digital source:
[source details]
Include:
- URL/DOI handling
- Access date format
- Digital-specific elements
- Archive information

Best Practices

  • Maintain consistency in citation style throughout
  • Include all necessary source information
  • Update citations for new editions
  • Cross-check references with original sources
  • Keep detailed source notes
  • Use citation management tools effectively