Are Infographic Titles Italicized?
MLA’s cited guidance distinguishes standalone infographics from infographics contained in larger works. A standalone independent work follows the italicized-title pattern, while contained-work treatment can differ; the guide preserves the article’s eighth-edition scope.
In MLA-style citation, italicize an infographic title when the infographic is treated as a standalone independent work; an infographic contained in another work can require different treatment.
Key details
Important caveats
Scope Boundary
The MLA Style Center infographic and online-work articles cited here relate to the eighth-edition framework. For strict current MLA compliance, verify the ninth-edition handbook or the house style you are required to follow.
Further guidance
Recommendation
Classify the infographic first. If it functions as a standalone independent work, MLA’s general title rule supports italics; if it is embedded or treated as a work within another work, style it according to that contained-work relationship.
Sources and evidence
Sources are shown with the role they play in this guide. Historical or style-sensitive claims are kept within the evidence boundary described above.
- How do I cite an infographic? (opens in a new tab)Modern Language Association · MLA Style Center guidance on treating infographics as standalone works or works contained in a larger source
- How do I style the title of a work published online? (opens in a new tab)Modern Language Association · Style guidance distinguishing italicized titles of independent works such as movies and television series from quoted episode titles