How to cite a software in Chicago
To cite a software in a reference entry in Chicago style 17th edition include the following elements:
- Author(s) of the software: Give the author or the company that created it.
- Title of the software: Give the title as presented in the source.
- Version number: Start with 'V.' followed by the version number.
- Publisher: Give the publisher name in full.
- Platform: Describe where the software can be installed.
- Year of publication: Give the year of publication as presented in the source.
Here is the basic format for a reference list entry of a software in Chicago style 17th edition:
.Title of the software. V. Version number. Publisher. Platform. Year of publication.
Take a look at our reference list examples that demonstrate the Chicago style guidelines in action:
Examples
A software with one group author
Comprehensive Meta-Analysis. V. 3.3.070. Biostat. PC. 2014..
A software with one group author
ChemDraw Prime. V. 17.1. PerkinElmer. Mac OS. 2018..
This citation style guide is based on the Chicago Manual of Style (17th edition).