Free AAA Journal Citation Generator
Generate accurate AAA citations for journal articles. Search 250M+ academic papers from real databases.
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How to cite a journal article in AAA
Search for the journal article
Paste a DOI, URL, ISBN, title, or author name to find the exact source record.
Check the AAA formatting fields
Verify author, year, title, container, and publication details before copying the final citation.
Copy the formatted result
Get the complete AAA citation plus the matching in-text citation or footnote format.
AAA Journal Article Citation Format
Journal Article:
AAA Journal Article Citation Examples
Journal Article with DOI
In-text: (Smith & Johnson, 2024)
Examples formatted in AAA style
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I format a DOI in AAA?
Include the DOI as a URL (https://doi.org/10.xxxx/xxxx) at the end of the citation. Our generator adds DOIs automatically.
Is this AAA journal citation generator free?
Yes! CiteMe offers free AAA citations. Search by DOI, title, or author to find and cite journal articles instantly.
What is a DOI and why is it important for AAA citations?
A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a permanent link to an academic paper. AAA requires including the DOI when available because it ensures your reader can always find the exact source. Our generator automatically finds and includes DOIs.
How do I cite a journal article with multiple authors in AAA?
List all authors up to the style's limit. For works with many authors, use "et al." after the specified number. Our generator handles author formatting and truncation rules automatically.
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