APA vs. MLA vs. Chicago: The Differences That Matter

APA: Author–date in text; references page; common in sciences.
MLA: Author–page in text; Works Cited; common in humanities.
Chicago: Notes + bibliography; flexible but precise.

September 11, 2025 · 5 min read · style-guides, education, reference

When in doubt, follow the assignment—but here's the gist:

Format quotes and capitalization with the Text Formatter. Always mirror the latest handbook your teacher or editor specifies.