BibTeX @article Citation Generator
Generate clean @article BibTeX citations for journal articles with author, title, journal, year, volume, number, pages, and DOI.
How @article BibTeX Generator Works
The @article entry type is the most common BibTeX citation type, reserved strictly for articles published in journals, magazines, or periodicals. Required fields under traditional BibTeX are author, title, journal, and year. Optional standard fields include volume, number, pages, month, note, and doi.
Key Specifications & Features
- ✓ Strict validation for standard BibTeX @article required fields
- ✓ Proper page range en-dash formatting (e.g. 101--115)
- ✓ Escapes reserved LaTeX characters automatically
- ✓ Generates standard AuthorYear citation keys
How to Use This in Overleaf or LaTeX
- Generate and copy your BibTeX entry using the Copy button above.
- In your LaTeX project or Overleaf editor, open your bibliography file (typically
references.bib). - Paste the entry into
references.bib. - In your document (e.g.
main.tex), cite it anywhere using\cite{citation_key}. - Compile your document with
pdflatexandbibtexto view the formatted reference in your compiled PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I import this into Overleaf or LaTeX?
Simply copy the generated BibTeX entry, open your references.bib file in Overleaf or your local LaTeX editor, and paste it. Then cite it in your document using \cite{citation_key}.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, all 100+ citation generators on BibTeXGenerator.com are 100% free with no account creation or daily usage limits.
Does this generator support BibLaTeX as well as classic BibTeX?
Yes, all generated entries follow standard field naming conventions compatible with BibTeX (natbib) as well as modern BibLaTeX (biber).
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