Key Takeaway
APA 7 title case emphasizes major words, including many terms with four letters or more. Minor words can remain lowercase unless they open or close the title.
Rules You Should Apply
Use title case consistently in headings and display text, then run a final editorial pass for proper nouns, acronyms, and brand-specific casing exceptions.
- Capitalize major words in headings and section titles.
- Keep short conjunctions and many prepositions lowercase when they are minor words.
- Treat hyphenated compounds carefully and review each part based on role.
- Run a final editorial pass for brand names, acronyms, and proper nouns.
✓ Do
Peer-to-Peer Learning in APA Headings
✗ Do not
peer-to-peer Learning in APA headings
Need instant formatting help?
Use TitleCase to draft faster, then apply your final style-specific review with confidence.
Start ConvertingTags:APA 7CapitalizationAcademic Writing
Helpful?
About David Chen
David Chen is part of the TitleCase editorial team, focused on practical style-guide implementation for academic and professional writing.
