APA In-Text Citation Converter

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What’s the Difference?

Feature	Free Version	Pro Version
Paste full APA reference	✅	❌
Auto-extract citation from pasted text	✅	❌
Manual entry of author names	❌	✅ (add/remove fields)
Group author support	❌	✅
Page/paragraph numbers	❌	✅
First vs. subsequent citation toggle	❌	✅ (APA 7 et al. rules)
Citation memory (autosave inputs)	❌	✅
Support for 3–20+ authors	Limited	✅ Full APA 7 compliance
Editable fields for full control	❌	✅

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Easily convert references into properly formatted APA 7th edition in-text citations. Perfect for essays, articles, or student assignments where citation clarity matters.

Free Version

Paste full APA references or source text to quickly generate basic citations. Great for fast, straightforward conversion without manual typing.

PRO Version

For complete precision and power. Full support for group authors, paragraph/page numbers, dynamic author fields, memory for past entries, first vs. subsequent citation rules, and APA 7-compliant handling of 3–20+ authors.

  
      Feature
      Free Version
      Pro Version
    
      Paste full APA reference
      ✅
      ❌
    
      Auto-extract citation from pasted text
      ✅
      ❌
    
      Manual entry of author names
      ❌
      ✅ (dynamic fields with add/remove)
    
      Group author support
      ❌
      ✅
    
      Page/paragraph numbers
      ❌
      ✅
    
      First vs. subsequent citation toggle
      ❌
      ✅ (handles APA 7 rules for et al.)
    
      Citation memory (autosave inputs)
      ❌
      ✅
    
      Support for 3–20+ authors
      Limited
      ✅ Full compliance with APA 7
    
      Editable fields for maximum control
      ❌
      ✅

Struggling to turn full APA references into correct in-text citations? This free APA In-Text Citation Converter instantly transforms your references into both parenthetical and narrative citations, following APA 7th edition guidelines. Whether you have a single author, multiple authors, or need to use et al., this tool does the work for you — saving time and reducing errors.

Simply paste your full APA reference into the box, click convert, and copy your perfectly formatted in-text citations with one click. Ideal for psychology students, social science assignments, and academic papers. No downloads, no login — just fast, browser-based help for your academic writing.

Disclaimer

This tool is designed to assist psychology students and researchers with APA styling. While we strive for accuracy, the output provided is for guidance purposes only.

The creators of this tool are not responsible for decisions made based on its output. Always ensure your work aligns with the requirements of APA academic or professional standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this APA in-text citation converter do?
This tool converts a full APA reference (e.g., from your reference list) into correctly formatted in-text citations, following APA 7th edition guidelines. It generates both parenthetical and narrative citation styles.

What’s the difference between parenthetical and narrative citations?

Parenthetical: (Smith, 2021) — appears at the end of a sentence
Narrative: Smith (2021) stated… — the author is part of the sentence

The tool gives you both formats for easy use in different contexts.

Does this follow APA 7th Edition rules?
Yes. The converter is built with APA 7th edition citation rules, including correct usage of et al. for 3+ authors and formatting for group authors or missing elements.

Can I use this for multiple authors or et al. citations?
Absolutely. The tool automatically:

Lists all authors for up to 2 authors
Applies et al. formatting for 3 or more authors, per APA 7th ed.

Is this tool free to use?
Yes. It’s completely free for personal academic use — no login or download required.

Can I use this for books, journal articles, and websites?
Yes, as long as your pasted reference is in correct APA format, the tool will process:

Journal articles
Books
Webpages
Reports
Other standard reference types

Do I still need to cite the full reference in my bibliography?
Yes. This tool only helps you generate in-text citations. You’ll still need to include the full reference in your APA-style reference list or bibliography at the end of your paper.

How accurate is the output?
The tool is designed for accuracy based on APA guidelines. However, it’s always best to double-check final citations against your assignment guide or APA manual — especially for unusual sources.

Can I cite this tool in my paper?
If you're using this tool regularly, you can acknowledge it in your methodology or references section. Suggested format:

SimplyPutPsych. (2025). APA Style In-Text Citation Converter. https://simplyputpsych.co.uk

Is this suitable for university-level or postgraduate work?
Yes. It’s widely used by:

Undergraduate psychology students
Master’s level social science and education researchers
Tutors and academic writing advisors