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?

Save Time

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

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.