Free PLOS Video Citation Generator
Generate accurate PLOS citations for YouTube videos, TED talks, and other video content.
How to cite a video in PLOS
Search for the video
Paste a DOI, URL, ISBN, title, or author name to find the exact source record.
Check the PLOS formatting fields
Verify author, year, title, container, and publication details before copying the final citation.
Copy the formatted result
Get the complete PLOS citation plus the matching in-text citation or footnote format.
PLOS Video Citation Format
Online Video:
Author/Uploader. Title of video. Website/Platform. URL. Published date.
PLOS Video Citation Examples
YouTube Video
In-text: [1]
Examples formatted in PLOS style
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite a YouTube video in PLOS?
Include the channel/uploader name, video title, "YouTube" as the platform, the upload date, and the URL. Our generator handles this formatting automatically.
Is this PLOS video citation generator free?
Yes! CiteMe offers free PLOS citations for videos and all other source types.
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