What does Formatly actually do?

Formatly formats your document — margins, spacing, fonts, headings, page layout, and structure — all matched to your chosen style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.). We don't edit your writing, check grammar, or validate citations. You write it; we make it look right.

Which citation styles are supported?

Formatly supports APA 7th edition, MLA 9th edition, Chicago Manual of Style, Harvard, and Turabian. We continuously evaluate new styles based on user requests.

How long does formatting take?

Most documents are formatted in about 30 seconds. The time depends on document size and length, but our engine is optimised for speed without sacrificing accuracy.

Yes. Your documents are processed in real-time and only you can access them. We never see, store, or share your content — your work stays yours.

How do I upload a document?

You can upload documents by clicking the 'Upload Document' button on the dashboard, or by dragging and dropping files directly onto the upload zone. We support .docx files up to 10MB in size.

What file formats are supported?

Currently, we support Microsoft Word documents (.docx format). We do not support .doc, .pdf, or .txt files at this time.

What citation styles do you support?

We support APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, and Turabian citation styles. Each style includes proper in-text citations, reference formatting, and document structure according to official guidelines.

Can I switch my document to a different citation style?

Yes! You can convert your document between any supported style — APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and Turabian — in one click. All headings, citations, and references update automatically.

How accurate is the formatting?

Our AI-powered formatting engine follows official style guidelines with 100% accuracy. We continuously update our algorithms to match the latest formatting standards.

How long does processing take?

Most documents are processed within 30 seconds, depending on length and complexity. You'll see real-time progress updates during processing.

Is Formatly free to use?

We offer a free tier for registered users with limited document processing. Premium plans offer unlimited processing and advanced features.

Can I cancel my subscription anytime?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings. You'll continue to have access until the end of your billing period.

What is AI Formatting Feedback?

AI Formatting Feedback is a premium feature that reviews your document's skeleton for academic misplacements. It provides actionable feedback that not only flags the issue but also teaches you the underlying rules for APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and Turabian.

Does Formatly handle the Table of Contents?

Yes. Formatly automatically generates a proper table of contents with correct headings and page numbers. After downloading the formatted document, open it in Microsoft Word and use the Update Field command (right-click → Update Field, or press F9) to populate the table.

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