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The APA manual does not have a section on how to format a PowerPoint presentation, but y ou can follow APA style guidelines within your PowerPoint . For example:

• Include the same information on your title slide that you would have on a title page. 
• Include in-text citations for any quote, paraphrase, image, graph, table, data, audio or video file that you use within your presentation. Please note that photographs are considered figures in APA style. 
• The last slide will be your References List. 
• “No citation, permission, or copyright attribution is necessary for clip art from programs like Microsoft Word or PowerPoint” (American Psychological Association [APA], 2020, p. 346).
• Do not reproduce images without permission from the creator or owner of the image. See section 12.15 of the APA manual for more information about this.

Resource: Goodwin University Library. 2019. How to format a PowerPoint presentation in APA Style. Goodwin University.   https://goodwin.libguides.com/apastyle   

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APA does not provide exact guidance for handling citations and a Reference page in PowerPoint presentations. However, there are still best-practices recommended by several universities.

Labeling figures and tables is more straight forward.

The easiest way to handle citations and references is to follow the same rules you would for a paper, and do an in-text citation within the sentence or bullet point, and have a Reference page on your last slide.

You have leeway in choosing font and font size for your in-text citations and Reference page. If an entire slide can be attributed to one source, you can put the "in-text" citation in the bottom corner of the slide. You can use hanging indentation on your Reference page or a bulleted list. Sometimes formatting in PowerPoint can be difficult.

I've included a link to Goodwin University's Formatting a PowerPoint  in APA format guide, and a link to our Cite APA Style guide.

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Citing a powerpoint presentation.

To cite a PowerPoint presentation in your text, use the typical in-text citation format of author's surname and year of publication.

For a reference entry of the files/slides, use the following:

• the author’s last name and first initial or the authoring organization
• the year of publication
• the title of the slides in italics
• a bracketed description of the type of media
• retrieval information (e.g., if the slides come from a classroom website, provide the name of that site and its URL)

Walden University Writing Center. (2019). Writing the literature review [PowerPoint slides]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/webinars/graduate

Walden University. (2020). Introduction to psychoanalysis [PowerPoint slides]. Walden University Blackboard. https://class.waldenu.edu

Citing a Webinar Recording

To create a reference entry for a recorded webinar or webcast, use the following:

• the word Producer in parentheses to show that the author and producer are the same
• the name of the program in italics
• retrieval information

Walden University Writing Center. (Producer). (2013).  Writing the literature review  [Video]. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/webinars/graduate

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How to Cite a PowerPoint in APA Style

PowerPoint presentations are frequently used as sources in academic and professional contexts. Citing PowerPoints in APA style requires specific elements: author’s name, presentation date, slide title, [PowerPoint slides], and source URL (if available). These details apply to both in-text citations and reference list entries. Proper citation ensures credit to creators and allows readers to locate the source.

Elements of a PowerPoint Citation in APA  

Author’s name: getting it right  .

The author’s name is the starting point for any citation. In APA style, the author’s last name is followed by their initials. For a PowerPoint presentation, the author is typically the person who created or delivered the presentation. For example:

Smith, J.  

Date of Presentation: Finding the Correct Date  

The date of the presentation is just as important as the author’s name. It gives context to the currency and relevance of the information presented. For instance:

(2023, April 15).  

Title of the PowerPoint

The title of the PowerPoint should be italicized and use sentence-case capitalization. This means only the first word and any proper nouns are capitalized. For example:

The impact of climate change on Arctic wildlife.

Description of the Format: Indicating it’s a PowerPoint  

To indicate that the source is a PowerPoint presentation, you need to include a description in square brackets right after the title. For example:

[PowerPoint slides].  

URL or Location: Providing Access Information  

If the PowerPoint is accessible online, include the URL. If it was part of a class or conference and is not available online, provide the name of the institution or event. For example:

Retrieved from https://www.example.com/presentation  

Citing a PowerPoint from an Online Source  

Identifying online powerpoints  .

When citing a PowerPoint from an online source, ensure that the presentation is publicly accessible and verify the accuracy of the URL. This helps readers locate the original source easily.  

How to Format the URL  

The URL should be complete and lead directly to the PowerPoint. If the URL is long, you can use a URL shortener, but ensure it remains reliable. For example:

Retrieved from https://short.url/presentation  

Examples of Online PowerPoint Citations  

Here’s how a complete citation might look:

Smith, J. (2023, April 15). The impact of climate change on Arctic wildlife [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from https://www.example.com/presentation

Citing a PowerPoint from a Class Lecture  

Differences from online sources  .

Citing a PowerPoint from a class lecture involves some different elements since these presentations are often not accessible to the general public. The citation needs to reflect this restricted access.  

Tips for Getting Accurate Information  

Ensure you have the correct name of the presenter, the exact date of the presentation, and the institution where it was delivered. For example:

Jones, L. (2023, March 10). The future of renewable energy [PowerPoint slides]. Lecture presented at the University of Green Energy, Solar City, CA.

Sample Citations for Class Lecture PowerPoints  

In-text citations for powerpoint presentations  , basic format for in-text citations  .

In-text citations for PowerPoint presentations follow the author-date format. For example:

(Smith, 2023).  

Special Cases: Multiple Authors, No Date  

If the PowerPoint has multiple authors, cite them as follows:

(Smith & Jones, 2023).

If no date is available, use “n.d.” to indicate no date:

(Smith, n.d.).  

Practical Examples of In-Text Citations  

Here’s how you might cite a slide in the body of your text:

According to Smith (2023), the impact of climate change on Arctic wildlife is significant.  

Real-World Examples and Corrections  

Smith, J. (2023). Impact of climate change [PowerPoint].  

FAQs  

How do i cite a powerpoint presentation in apa style  .

To cite a PowerPoint presentation in APA style, include the author’s name, date of presentation, title of the presentation in italics, a description of the format in square brackets, and the URL or location of the presentation. For example: Smith, J. (2023, April 15). The impact of climate change on Arctic wildlife [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from https://www.example.com/presentation.  

What if the PowerPoint presentation doesn’t have a date?  

If the PowerPoint presentation doesn’t have a date, use “n.d.” (no date) in the citation. For example: Smith, J. (n.d.). The impact of climate change on Arctic wildlife [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from https://www.example.com/presentation.  

How do I cite a PowerPoint from a class lecture in APA style?  

To cite a PowerPoint from a class lecture, include the presenter’s name, date of the presentation, title of the presentation in italics, a description of the format in square brackets, and the name of the institution or event. For example: Jones, L. (2023, March 10). The future of renewable energy [PowerPoint slides]. Lecture presented at the University of Green Energy, Solar City, CA.  

Can I use shortened URLs for citing PowerPoints in APA style?  

Yes, you can use shortened URLs as long as they are reliable and direct readers to the correct presentation. Ensure the shortened URL is still accessible and accurate.

Conclusion  

APA citations for PowerPoints include the author’s name, presentation date, slide title, [PowerPoint slides], and source URL (if online). Use the author’s last name and year for in-text citations. Create a full entry in your reference list. For presentations you’ve attended, include the event name and location. Always consult the current APA manual for the most up-to-date rules. Accurate PowerPoint citations support your arguments and maintain academic integrity.

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Note : All citations should be double spaced and have a hanging indent in a Reference List.

A "hanging indent" means that each subsequent line after the first line of your citation should be indented by 0.5 inches.

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Handouts distributed in class and presentation slides such as Powerpoint should be cited both in-text and on the References list.

Your own notes from lectures are considered personal communications in APA style. They are cited within the text of your assignment, but do not get an entry on the References list, since they are not a published source.

Instructor's Last Name, First Initial. Second Initial if given. (Year Presentation Was Created). Title of presentation: Subtitle if any [PowerPoint presentation]. Moodle. URL of Moodle login page

Instructor's Last Name, First Initial. Second Initial if given. (Year Presentation Was Created). Title of presentation: Subtitle if any [PowerPoint presentation]. CAMS. URL

Author's Last Name, First Initial. Second Initial if given. (Year Presentation Was Created). Title of presentation: Subtitle if any [PowerPoint presentation]. Name of Website if given. URL

Note about h yperlinks:

It is acceptable for hyperlinks to be blue and underlined (live) or black without underlining.

All hyperlinks must include https://

Instructor's Last Name, First Initial. Second Initial if given. (Year Handout Was Created if known). Title of handout: Subtitle if any [Class handout]. Moodle. URL of Moodle login page

Note: To cite other readings , follow the model for that type of document: eg a chapter from a book with an editor, an article from a library database, etc.. You do not need to identify Moodle as the source. If the instructor has not provided details that are necessary to to cite the reading, contact them to ask for these.

Instructor's Last Name, First Initial. Second Initial if given. (Year Handout Was Created if known). Title of handout: Subtitle if any [Class handout]. CAMS. URL

Instructor's Last Name, First Initial. Second Initial if given. (Year Handout Was Created if known). Title of handout: Subtitle if any [Class handout]. Columbia College, Course code.

Note : Your own notes from a lecture are considered personal communications in APA style. They are cited within the text of your assignment, but do not get an entry on the References list. Put the citation right after a quote or paraphrased content from the class lecture.

(First Initial of Faculty Who Gave Lecture. Second Initial if known. Last Name, personal communication, Month Day, Year lecture took place)

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PowerPoint & APA: citing sources and creating reference lists in PPT presentations.

Note:  APA does not have specific rules about the format of PowerPoint slides.  Rasmussen University does have recommended guidelines outlined below and in the attached PPT presentation.

PowerPoint slides may need citations, depending on what type of information is included on the slide.

If the text placed on a slide is a quote (someone else's words, verbatim) or someone else's ideas in the presenter's own words, then a citation is needed.

If the text placed on a slide is simply a word or phrase that represents a topic that the presenter will be discussing at greater detail, then a citation is not needed.

The table below includes two power point slides (left side). The column on the right tells whether or not the information would need to be cited and why.

​Coordinating reference lists are typically handed out during or after the presentation.

The PowerPoint slide deck below provides more in-depth and how-to information.

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How do I cite an image in my PowerPoint and how do I cite it in my References list? 

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