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Formatting an MLA Paper: A Comprehensive Guide for Students

This guide provides essential guidelines for formatting a paper in the Modern Language Association (MLA) style. It covers critical aspects such as margin settings, spacing, paragraph indentation, typeface, and page numbering. Key features include a 1-inch margin on all sides, double spacing throughout the document, and the use of a standard readable font like Times New Roman at 12-point size. The document details the proper placement of headers, titles, and citations to ensure students submit well-structured and compliant academic papers.

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Formatting an MLA Paper: A Comprehensive Guide for Students

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  1. MLA Format

  2. General Guidelines • See SG, 324-25; Stylebook, Section III.D.1 • 1-inch margins (left, right, top, bottom) • Double-spaced • ½-inch or 5-space paragraph tabs

  3. Standard, readable typeface and size (Times New Roman, 12-point) • Left-justified • One or two spaces after periods

  4. Page 1 Header • Upper left-hand corner • Double-spaced • Student Name (Jo Student) • Instructor Name (Kirk Lockwood) • Class (ENG 1001-03) • Date (9 Feb. 2012)

  5. Page Numbering • Number every page • ½-inch margin • Right justified • Last Name Page # • Smith 2 • Williams 1

  6. Title • Center left to right; capitalize first letter of first and all important words • No underline, boldface, or use all caps • Everglades National Park • Everglades National Park: Beauty, Enjoyment, and a Solemn Responsibility • NOT: Essay 1

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