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

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

APS Reference List Format

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

Follow the standard APS template for this source type.

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 APS (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 APS requirements.

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