If you use Google Docs for academic writing, you should probably be familiar with APA format. While you can use a Google Docs template, it’s also helpful to know how to manually set APA format in Google Docs.
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Your instructor may have specific requirements, but most APA format papers should include the following:
The Google Doc APA template includes headings that you may or may not need. For example, your instructor may not require a "Methodology" or "Results" section. The American Psychological Association website has the official guidelines for APA style.
Google Docs offers several templates that automatically format your documents. To set up the APA template in Google Docs:
