Use a standard font such as Times New Roman or Arial
Set the font size to 12 pt
Use double spacing unless instructed otherwise
Set 1-inch margins on all sides
Include a title at the top of the first page
Add your name, instructor’s name, course name, and date if required
Indent the first line of each paragraph
Align text to the left
Use page numbers if required
Follow the required citation style
Include a works cited, references, or bibliography page if needed
Keep headings consistent if using them
Proofread for grammar, spelling, and formatting errors