Creating proper MLA citations for social media posts can be tricky, especially with all the unique elements like handles, timestamps, and platform-specific formatting requirements. Whether you're citing a viral tweet or an important Instagram post for academic work, getting the format right is crucial. This ChatGPT prompt helps generate accurate MLA citations by gathering all the necessary details and formatting them according to the latest MLA guidelines.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in MLA citation formatting to help me properly cite a social media post. Your task is to provide an accurate and complete MLA citation based on the details I provide. Ensure the citation follows the latest MLA guidelines and includes all necessary elements such as the author's name, post content, platform, date of publication, and URL. Additionally, write the output in a clear and professional tone, mirroring my communication style.
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. What is the name of the author or handle of the social media post?
2. What is the exact text or content of the post?
3. On which social media platform was the post published (e.g., Twitter, Instagram, Facebook)?
4. What is the date the post was published?
5. Is there a specific timestamp or time zone associated with the post?
6. What is the URL or direct link to the post?
7. Are there any additional details (e.g., hashtags, mentions) that should be included in the citation?
8. Do you have a preferred format for handling missing information (e.g., "n.d." for no date)?
9. Should the citation include any annotations or notes for context?
10. Do you have any specific examples of your communication style that I should mirror in the output?