IEEE Citation Generator Generate IEEE-style numbered citations for engineering and CS.

What Is IEEE Citation Generator?

IEEE style for engineering, CS, and IT. Uses numbered references [1] in order of first appearance. Author initials before surname (F. M. Last). Supports journals, books, conferences, and websites. Et al. for 7+ authors.

Why Use IEEE Citation Generator?

• IEEE numbered format
• Conference paper support
• Initials-first author names
• In-text citation guidance
• Four source types

Common Use Cases

Engineering

Format citations for engineering research papers and journal submissions.

Computer Science

Cite ACM and IEEE conference proceedings correctly.

Technical Reports

Add numbered references to technical documentation.

Theses

Build the reference list for engineering theses and dissertations.

Technical Guide

Numbered by first appearance. Author: F. M. Last. Multiple: "and" before last. 7+: first + et al. Journal: [N] F. Last, "Title," *Journal*, vol. X, no. Y, pp. Pages, Year. Conference: [N] F. Last, "Title," in *Proc. Conf.*, Place, Year.

Tips & Best Practices

• 1
  Number by first appearance not alphabetically
• 2
  [1], [3], [5]-[7] for in-text
• 3
  Initials before surname
• 4
  Conference: "in *Proc.*"
• 5
  Et al. for 7+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q How does IEEE citation numbering work?

Order of first appearance, not alphabetical.

Q How do I cite multiple sources in IEEE format?

[1], [3] non-consecutive, [5]-[7] consecutive.

Q Why does IEEE put initials before the surname?

Engineering convention of brevity.

Q How do I cite conference papers in IEEE format?

Author, "Title," in *Proc. Conference*, City, Year, pp. Pages.

Q When should I use IEEE citation style?

IEEE journals/conferences or engineering programs requiring it.

About This Tool

IEEE Citation Generator is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.