To convert a headline to title case, paste it into the Title Case Converter and choose AP, Chicago, MLA or APA. The styles disagree about small words like “of”, “in” and “and”, and the tool applies each style’s rule so you do not have to memorize them.
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How to use the Title Case Converter
- Paste your headline into the tool.
- Choose the style guide your publication follows: AP, Chicago, MLA or APA.
- Review the result and check proper nouns and brand names.
- Copy the formatted title.
Worked example
“the lord of the rings: an introduction” becomes “The Lord of the Rings: An Introduction” in most styles, with small words like “of” and “the” lowercase mid-title but the first word always capitalized.
Tips and common mistakes
- Always capitalize the first and last word of a title.
- Pick one style and use it across your site for consistency.
- Brand names with unusual capitalization, like iPhone, may need a manual fix.
Frequently asked questions
Which style should I use?
Use whichever your publication or institution requires. If none, pick one and stay consistent.
Why do styles differ?
They set different length thresholds for which prepositions and conjunctions stay lowercase.
Is Title Case the same as capitalizing every word?
No. Title case leaves certain small words lowercase.