Formatting for an Academic Article

See the linked David Taylor (UMUC) 12 minute video demonstrating how to set up a word file in APA format. This format is the traditional manuscript style used by many journals. Even so, always check the journal's author guidelines and amend the style accordingly. 

ALTERNATE
If the video does not show in your view of this page, here is the YouTube link: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWT9zgMPyiY