1. INTRODUCTION: Undergraduate students are required to adhere to specific formatting requirements when writing a thesis. However, many students are confused about how to use citation formats such as Harvard, APA, and MLA, which leads to formatting confusion and even plagiarism. Therefore, this document aims to introduce the common citation formats, header and footer writing rules and chart handling skills in detail, so as to help students better complete their thesis.
2. Citation format: Citation format is a crucial part of the thesis. Common citation formats include Harvard, APA, MLA, etc. Each format has its own unique characteristics. Each format has its own unique citation and identifier. For example, Harvard format usually uses the author’s name, year, and page number to mark the citation; APA format uses the author’s name, year, and document number to mark the citation. When using these formats, the relevant regulations should be strictly followed to avoid confusion or mis-citation.
3. Header and footer: Header and footer is an important part of the thesis, which is used to mark the name of the thesis, author’s information, chapter title and other contents. When preparing the header and footer, attention should be paid to font size, line spacing, alignment and other details to ensure that the page is beautiful and neat. At the same time, the page number is also an important part of the header and footer, which needs to be set according to the specified position.
4. Chart processing: charts and graphs are one of the indispensable elements of the thesis, which can visually display the data results. When making charts, attention should be paid to the normality of chart type, title, legend, axis labels and so on. In addition, the charts should be clear and easy to understand, avoiding being too complicated or difficult to understand.
5. Conclusion: the format and citation method of the thesis is an important guarantee for the quality of the thesis. Through the study of this document, it is hoped that students can master the correct citation format and chart handling skills and improve the thesis writing level. At the same time, we are also reminded to abide by academic ethics, eliminate plagiarism and maintain a good academic atmosphere.
