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​​Not all documents include tables or figures, but for those that do, ​tables and figures may be included after the reference list on separate pages or they may be embedded in the text after the first paragraph where they are mentioned. When referring to a table or figure in the text, use its number (ex., Figure 1, Table 3, etc.).


Tables and figures are introduced by using a specific heading stlye. First, the word “Table" or “Figure" and number in bold should appead (ex., Table 1). On the next line, the title of the table or figure should appear in italics (ex., Demographics of Study Participants​)​​. Then, on the line beneath the title, the table or figure is presented. Following the table or figure, notes may be included as needed.


All components of table(s) or figure(s)​​ should remain on the same page. This includes table/figure number, title, image, and notes. If any of these components are separated by a page break, all components should be moved to the next page. 

The sections below provide a visual representation of the requirements outlined above for tables and figures. For more information, check the original source by clicking here for tables and by clicking here for figures. For a complete description of requirements of tables and figures, consult Chapter 7 "Tables & Figures" of the APA Manual (7th ed.) and, when applicable, page 9 of the Saybrook Handbook of Format and Style (2020). In addition, consult our page “Creating a Table of Contents & List of Tables/Figures" for instructions on how to utilize Microsoft Word to generate a list of tables/figures.

 

Sam​​ple Table

For more samples of tables, click here to visit APA Style's Webpage, "Sample Tables."


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Sampl​​​e Figure

For more samples of figures, click here to visit APA Style's Webpage, "Sample Figures."

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