1. Margins:
- 1-inch margins on all sides (top, bottom, left, right) of the page.
2. Font:
- Use a legible font such as Times New Roman or Arial.
- Font size should be 12 point.
3. Double Spacing:
- All text, including the title, headings, and body paragraphs, should be double-spaced.
4. Header:
- The header should include your last name and the page number.
- The header should be 0.5 inches from the top of the page and right-aligned.
5. Title:
- The title of your paper should be centered and bold.
- It should be placed 2 inches (with double spacing) from the top of the page.
6. Running Head (optional):
- If your paper is longer than one page, you can create a running head.
- The running head should include a shortened version of your last name and the page number.
- It should be placed in the header, starting 0.5 inches from the top of the page and right-aligned.
7. Indentation:
- The first line of each paragraph should be indented 0.5 inches from the left margin.
8. Citations:
- In-text citations should follow the MLA style guidelines for citing sources.
- These citations should be double-spaced and placed parenthetically within the text.
9. References/Works Cited Page:
- The list of references or works cited should be double-spaced and should start on a new page.
- The references should be alphabetized by the last name of the author.
- Each entry in the references should provide the necessary publication details according to MLA guidelines.
10. Page Numbering:
- The page number should appear in the header, 0.5 inches from the top of the page and right-aligned.
- The first page of your paper (the title page) should not have a page number.
By using the MLA page format, you ensure that your paper adheres to the standards and expectations set by the Modern Language Association.