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Is an EndNote the Same as a Footnote? Key Differences Explained

Learn the difference between EndNotes and footnotes, including their placement and purpose in documents.

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Video transcript

Is an EndNote a footnote? No, an EndNote is placed at the end of a document or section, whereas a footnote appears at the bottom of the page. Both serve to provide additional information or citations, but their placement differs.

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  1. What is the main difference between an EndNote and a footnote?

    An EndNote appears at the end of a document or section, while a footnote is placed at the bottom of the page where the reference occurs.

  2. When should I use a footnote instead of an EndNote?

    Use a footnote when you want readers to see additional information or citations immediately on the same page as the referenced content.

  3. Can EndNotes and footnotes be used together in the same document?

    Yes, some documents use footnotes for immediate clarification and EndNotes for comprehensive reference lists or extended notes.

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