Free MLA Format Templates

Download professionally formatted MLA templates for Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Perfect formatting, proper spacing, and MLA 9th edition compliance guaranteed.

Available MLA Format Templates

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Microsoft Word Template

Complete MLA format template for Microsoft Word (.docx) with proper headers, spacing, and formatting.

  • ✅ Times New Roman 12pt font
  • ✅ Double spacing throughout
  • ✅ 1-inch margins
  • ✅ Running header with page numbers
  • ✅ Sample Works Cited page
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Google Docs Template

Ready-to-use Google Docs template with all MLA formatting requirements pre-configured.

  • ✅ Cloud-based editing
  • ✅ Share with instructors easily
  • ✅ Auto-save functionality
  • ✅ Collaborative features
  • ✅ Mobile accessible
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Research Paper Template

Extended template with outline structure for research papers, including citation examples.

  • ✅ Introduction framework
  • ✅ Body paragraph structure
  • ✅ Conclusion template
  • ✅ In-text citation examples
  • ✅ Works Cited examples

Template Preview

Smith 1
[Your Name]
[Instructor Name]
[Course Name]
[Date]
[Paper Title]

[Your introduction paragraph goes here. This template is pre-formatted with proper MLA spacing, font, and margins...]

[Body paragraph with proper indentation. All formatting follows MLA 9th edition guidelines...]

[Continue with your content. The template handles all formatting automatically...]

What's Included in Templates:

  • Pre-formatted header section with placeholders
  • Proper running header with page numbering
  • Correct font, spacing, and margin settings
  • Sample in-text citations
  • Works Cited page template
  • Paragraph indentation settings

How to Use MLA Format Templates

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Download Your Template

Choose the template that best fits your needs - Word, Google Docs, or Research Paper template. All are free and ready to use.

2

Fill in Your Information

Replace the placeholder text with your actual information: name, instructor, course, date, and paper title.

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Start Writing

Begin typing your paper content. The formatting is already set up correctly, so you can focus on your writing.

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Add Citations

Use the citation examples in the template to properly cite your sources. Update the Works Cited page as needed.

Why Use Our MLA Format Templates?

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Save Time

No need to set up formatting from scratch. Start writing immediately with pre-configured templates.

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100% Accurate

Templates follow MLA 9th edition guidelines precisely. No formatting errors or missed requirements.

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Focus on Content

Spend your time on research and writing, not on formatting. Templates handle the technical details.

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Reusable

Download once, use for all your papers. Perfect for students taking multiple courses.

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Cross-Platform

Works on Windows, Mac, mobile devices, and web browsers. Write anywhere, anytime.

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Completely Free

No registration, no hidden costs, no limitations. Download and use immediately.

Customizing Your MLA Template

Header Information

Replace the bracketed placeholders with your actual information:

Replace: [Your Name]
With: Sarah Johnson

Replace: [Instructor Name]
With: Professor Smith

Replace: [Course Name]
With: English 101

Replace: [Date]
With: 24 September 2025

Running Header

Update the running header with your last name:

Change: Smith 1
To: [YourLastName] 1

The page number will update automatically as you add pages.

Paper Title

Center your paper title and use proper capitalization:

Example: The Impact of Social Media on Modern Communication

No bold, italics, or quotation marks on your own title.

Works Cited Page

Replace sample citations with your actual sources:

Use the citation examples as a guide, but replace with your actual sources following MLA format.

View our citation guide for detailed formatting rules.

Need a Custom MLA Header?

While templates are great for full papers, use our header generator for quick, custom headers.