Registering with a Journal

Before submitting a manuscript, you must create a user account with the journal and log in. You will need to be assigned the Author role in order to submit content. In most cases, you can select this role during registration; however, in some instances, an editor or journal manager may need to grant you author permissions.

Once registration is complete, you will be directed to the New Submission form.

Starting a New Submission

You can initiate a new submission at any time by clicking Start a New Submission from the left-hand menu. This opens the submission wizard, where you will upload files and enter descriptive information about your manuscript.

Providing Initial Submission Information

At the beginning of the submission process, you will be asked to supply preliminary details:

Submission Steps

Step 1: Submission Details

In this step, you will enter essential metadata for your manuscript, including the abstract and, optionally, keywords and references.

The text editor supports formatting such as bold, italics, underline, superscript, and subscript. HTML tags may also be used:

To add keywords, type each word or phrase and press Enter. Keywords do not need commas or separators.

If the journal supports multiple languages, you can add translated titles, abstracts, or keywords by selecting another language from the menu in the upper-right corner.

Step 2: Uploading Files

In this step, you will upload your manuscript files. You may upload multiple files simultaneously or use drag-and-drop functionality.

After uploading, assign a file type to each document. Optional details such as descriptions or licensing information can also be added and edited later.

Click Continue once all files have been uploaded and categorized.

Step 3: Adding Contributors

Here, you will provide information about all contributors involved in the submission, such as co-authors or translators. Your own details will already appear as the primary contributor.

To add another contributor, click Add Contributor and complete the required fields.

You can rearrange the contributor order using the Order option and preview how the list will appear in different formats (abbreviated, publication list, or full listing).

Once everything is correct, click Continue.

Step 4: Comments for the Editors

You may include optional comments or notes for the editorial team. These comments are not visible to reviewers. When ready, click Continue.

Step 5: Recommending Reviewers

Depending on journal policy, you may be invited to suggest potential reviewers. Follow the instructions provided and click Add Reviewer Suggestion if you wish to recommend someone.

Step 6: Review and Submit

Before finalizing your submission, review all entered information carefully. Any missing required fields will be flagged.

You must then read and accept the journal's copyright terms. Once you agree, click Submit and confirm your decision.

Monitoring Your Submission

After submitting your manuscript, you can track its progress via the My Submissions as Author dashboard.

Once submitted, the manuscript cannot be edited directly. If changes are required, contact the editor using the Pre-Review Discussions tool.

Initially, the submission remains in the Submission stage. If accepted for review, it moves to the Review stage. Accepted manuscripts later proceed through Copyediting and Production before publication.

Editing Submission Metadata

Depending on journal settings, you may be allowed to edit metadata such as the title, abstract, contributors, or keywords during certain stages.

To make changes, open the Publication tab within your submission. If the Save button is inactive, you must request permission from the editor.

If multiple languages are enabled, you can edit metadata in each language using the language selector in the upper-right corner.

Responding to Revision Requests

Once peer review is complete, you will receive the editor's decision by email and through a dashboard notification.

Access the submission from your dashboard and review the editorial decision in the Review tab.

Based on the decision, prepare your revisions accordingly.

Uploading Revised Files

To submit a revised manuscript, locate the Revisions Uploaded panel and click Upload a File.

Select the appropriate option indicating that you are uploading a revised version of an existing file. Review the file details and complete the upload.

If additional files are needed, upload them before clicking Complete. The editor will be notified automatically.

You may also communicate directly with the editor using the Review Discussions panel to explain your revisions or provide additional context.

If the editor requests resubmission for review, your revised manuscript will undergo another review cycle.

Revisions Approved

If your revisions are accepted, you will receive a notification via email and on your dashboard. You may also see a follow-up message from the editor in the discussion panel.

At this point, your manuscript enters copyediting and preparation for publication.

Responding to Copyediting and Proofreading Requests

During copyediting and production, you may be asked to review edited files or final publication proofs.

Notifications will be sent by email and displayed on your dashboard. Access the submission to download the files requiring your review.

After reviewing the files, open the related discussion and reply with approval or requested changes. You may upload corrected versions if necessary.