APA format software vs. Free Downloads

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Specializes in Labor and Delivery, Intrapartum.

I will be starting my MSN degree program in a few short weeks. I am looking for any feedback on APA formatting help. Looking for feedback from those whom have bought any APA-formatting software; -Which do you recommend -Why or Why Not? And any suggestions on APA formatting downloads..What issues or successes have you had there. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE!!

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Specializes in Gerontology, nursing education.

I keep this website open at all times when I'm working on a paper. It has been much more helpful to me than any of the books or the APA software. I've got some of the downloads and found them not to be terribly helpful although others swear by them.

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

Good luck with your program!

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.

I've been using Dr. Paper since 2006 and three versions of Word (2003, 2007, 2010). It costs $30...it's fantastic formatting software and IMO worth every penny. The only time I have a glitch is with the cover page: for some reason if I fill out all the info on the cover page form, I get dinged by my instructors for an incorrect cover page.

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I use PERRLA and I love it! It is so worth the approximately $30.

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Specializes in LTC.

I also use PERRLA and the $30 includes free upgrades for life. Every single time "they" revise the APA guidelines, PERRLA will give you a free update as soon as they have it ready. I used it for my RN program, and will be using it for my MSN too--I've already had one upgrade. For me the best part of the software is the citations. You can follow the directions and save everything into a Reference Database. The next time you use that source, you don't have to re-type it. Best money I ever spent!!

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Specializes in Labor and Delivery, Intrapartum.

THANK YOU FOR ALL THE POSTS!!!! LOOKING FORWARD TO USING ALL THE ADVICE!!! and RECOMENDATIONS;)

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Specializes in ICU & LTAC as RN. FNP.

I definately agree that PERRLA is very good and I use it on every paper for school.

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PERRLA is the best money I ever spent!!!!!!!! Go to the site and take the tutorial. You will be amazed!!!

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PERRLA is the best money I ever spent!!!!!!!! Go to the site and take the tutorial. You will be amazed!!!

Too bad you need Windows to use it! :mad:

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I've been using Dr. Paper since 2006 and three versions of Word (2003, 2007, 2010). It costs $30...it's fantastic formatting software and IMO worth every penny. The only time I have a glitch is with the cover page: for some reason if I fill out all the info on the cover page form, I get dinged by my instructors for an incorrect cover page.

Cute name, plus it comes in Mac! :yeah:

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Specializes in Telemetry.

PERRLA is an amazing program, and is definitely worth the $30 or so that it cost. I am currently enrolled in a BSN program, and let me just say that this program has been a lifesaver and a timesaver for me!

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Specializes in OB, House Sup, ER, Med Surg.

Another vote for PERRLA...used it for my BSN program and will continue to use it for my MSN.

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