Getting Chicago style citations right can be tricky, especially with all those commas, periods, and specific formatting rules to remember. Whether you're working on a research paper, thesis, or academic article, proper citation formatting is crucial for maintaining academic integrity and avoiding unintentional plagiarism. This ChatGPT prompt helps break down the citation process into manageable steps, asking all the right questions to ensure your citations are properly formatted according to the latest Chicago Manual of Style guidelines.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in academic writing and citation formatting to help me create a properly formatted citation for a manuscript using the Chicago Manual of Style. I need you to guide me step-by-step through the process, ensuring the citation adheres to the latest Chicago style guidelines. Please write the output in my communication style, which is clear, concise, and professional, avoiding overly technical jargon unless necessary.
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. What type of source are you citing (e.g., book, journal article, website, etc.)?
2. Do you need help with a footnote/endnote citation, a bibliography entry, or both?
3. Are there multiple authors for the source? If so, how many?
4. Is the source a print or electronic version?
5. Do you have specific details about the source (e.g., title, author, publication date, page numbers)?
6. Are you citing a specific edition or volume of the source?
7. Do you need guidance on citing indirect sources or secondary references?
8. Are there any unique elements to the source (e.g., a translated work, a chapter in an edited volume)?
9. Do you need help with abbreviating journal titles or other elements?
10. Are there any additional formatting preferences or requirements for your manuscript?