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MLA Citation Generator

Create properly formatted MLA 9th edition citations for books, articles, websites, and more. Free MLA works cited generator with instant output.

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How to Use MLA Citation Generator

  1. 1

    Choose your source type

    Select the type of source you are citing — book, article, website, film, or another media type.

  2. 2

    Fill in the details

    Enter the author, title, container, publisher, date, and any other required fields for your source.

  3. 3

    Generate and copy

    Click "Generate Citation" to get a correctly formatted MLA 9th edition Works Cited entry ready to paste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which MLA edition does this generator use?
The tool generates citations following MLA 9th edition guidelines, the most current version published by the Modern Language Association.
What is the difference between MLA and APA?
MLA is primarily used in humanities subjects like literature and languages, while APA is standard in social sciences and education. They have different formatting rules for author names, dates, and source details.
Can I cite websites with this tool?
Yes. The generator supports websites, web pages, online articles, and digital sources with URL and access date fields.

About MLA Citation Generator

The MLA Citation Generator on Utilko produces correctly formatted MLA 9th edition citations in seconds. MLA (Modern Language Association) style is the standard in English, literature, language arts, and many other humanities disciplines. Whether you are writing a research paper, literary analysis, or comparative essay, correct citations are essential.

The generator handles the complex formatting rules so you do not have to memorise them — just fill in your source details and get a ready-to-use Works Cited entry instantly.

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