How to Cite a Social Media Post in Lancet (current)

Learn how to cite tweets, Instagram posts, Facebook posts, and TikToks in Lancet format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Lancet Reference List Format

Here is the standard Lancet format for citing a social media post in your reference list:

Lancet Example for a Social Media Post

A complete Lancet reference for a social media post, formatted by the official Lancet CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Matching in-text citation: 1

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your social media post.
2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Lancet (current) template shown above.
3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Lancet requirements.

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