Insert a bibliography

Before you create a bibliography, you'll need to cite your sources.

1. Put your cursor where you want the bibliography.

2. On the References tab, select   Bibliography, and choose a format.

Tip: If you cite a new source, you can add it to the bibliography. select the bibliography and choose Update Citations and Bibliography.

Inserting a bibliography isn't currently possible in Word for the web. You can, however, insert one using the Word desktop app.

1. To open the desktop app, at the top of the ribbon, select Editing > Open in Desktop App.
   
   

Don't have the Word desktop app? Try or buy Microsoft 365.

Before you create a bibliography, you'll need to cite your sources.

1. Place your cursor where you want to add a bibliography.

2. On the References tab, select Bibliography and choose a style.