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Free APS Citation Generator

The citation style for Physical Review and APS journals

About APS Style

American Physical Society is a widely used citation style that follows the numbered citation system. In-text citations use the Bracketed numbers [1] format, and sources are compiled in a References at the end of the paper. The current version is the current. APS is commonly adopted in Physics, Astrophysics, Condensed Matter.

Key Features

Citation System
Numbered
In-Text Format
Bracketed numbers [1]
Reference List Name
References
Edition
current
Fields
Physics, Astrophysics, Condensed Matter

How to Use Our APS Generator

  1. Paste your source identifier — enter a DOI, URL, ISBN, or BibTeX entry into the citation generator.
  2. Select APS as your citation style — choose APS from our library of 10,832+ citation styles.
  3. Copy your formatted citation — click copy or export your References in your preferred format (text, BibTeX, Word, and more).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is APS?
APS (American Physical Society) is a citation style that uses a numbered system with Bracketed numbers [1] for in-text citations. The end-of-paper list is called the References. It is the current and is commonly used in Physics, Astrophysics, Condensed Matter.
Is the APS citation generator free?
Yes, CitationEasy's APS citation generator is 100% free to use with no account required. You can generate unlimited APS citations by pasting a DOI, URL, ISBN, or BibTeX entry. We support over 10,832 citation styles including APS.
How do I cite in APS format?
To cite in APS format, paste your source's DOI, URL, ISBN, or BibTeX entry into our generator, select APS as your citation style, and copy the formatted citation. APS uses Bracketed numbers [1] for in-text citations and lists references in a References at the end of your paper.
What fields use APS?
APS is commonly used in Physics, Astrophysics, Condensed Matter. It is widely recognized in these disciplines because its numbered system and References format meet the documentation standards expected by journals and institutions in these fields.