How Do I Cite a Techincal Manual in APA?

Correct citation is important when writing a professional article or term paper. Citation of sources helps a reader double check a writer's research. Just as importantly, it helps a writer avoid charges of plagiarism. It is also important to cite sources in the correct format. When citing a technical manual in American Psychological Association (APA) Format, the citation should follow the general guidelines for citing a printed book.

Instructions

    • 1

      List the name of the author in the following format:

      Last Name, First Name

      If there is no individual author, list the name of the organization that issued the manual.

    • 2

      List the year that the manual was published in parentheses followed by a period. The period should appear outside the parentheses.

    • 3

      List the full title of the manual followed by a period. Make sure that the title appears in italics.

    • 4

      List the city in which the manual was published followed by a colon.

    • 5

      List the publisher of the manual followed by a period.

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