Page numbers are usually placed in one of three locations. Page numbers: Page numbers begin in the header of the first page of text with Arabic number 1. Block quotations have their own rules for indentation, depending on whether they are prose or poetry. Use tabs rather than spaces for indentation, columns of text, and other content requiring consistent alignment. Paragraphs and indentation: Indent all paragraphs consistently. certain elements in the front matter, including the table of contents and any lists of figures, tables, and abbreviations.The following items should be single-spaced internally but with a blank line between items: Line-spacing: Double-space throughout the paper, except for the following items which should be single-spaced Except for footnotes which should be in a smaller font (usually 10 pt.)

12 point, roman, proportional serif font (such as Times or Palatino). Margins: Should be set at no less than 1' and no greater than 1.5' on all four edges of the pageįont: Uniform typeface and font size.

Chicago footnotes