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- How do I import a Word document?
Last updated on November 06, 2025
Webinar: How to Import a Word fileIf you've created content offline, you can import a Word .docx file into Elsa to take advantage of tools like Publishing Assistant and easily share work with collaborators.Before...
- How do I work with References in Elsa?
Last updated on February 05, 2026
Elsa Users have a variety of ways to add references to their chapters including by uploading a RIS file, importing a Word document, creating a reference with Elsa’s reference manager using PubMed ID or...
- As a contributor, how do I send and receive chapters in the workflow for review?
Last updated on June 12, 2025
Contributors will have access only to chapters to which they are assigned (see below images for reference). These will appear on the project overview page as well as the Table of Contents. Only one contributor...
- As an Editor, how do I send and receive chapters in the workflow for review?
Last updated on June 12, 2025
If you are an Editor on a project, you will know a chapter is ready for you to review because you will receive an email notification that the chapter has been sent to you in the workflow. If there are...
- How do I insert figures in Elsa?
Last updated on February 05, 2026
Supported File Formats & Size LimitElsa allows you to upload figure files in the following formats:JPGTIFFPNGEPSCDXEach file must be 100 MB or smaller, and the total size of all files uploaded at one time...
- How do I manage Permissions in Elsa?
Last updated on July 18, 2025
Permission to reproduce copyrighted figures, boxes, and tables must be obtained prior to publication.For detailed information about Elsevier permissions guidelines, visit the Elsevier Permissions Hub.You...
- What are callouts/how can I number items in my text
Last updated on August 29, 2025
What are callouts?Callouts are references or in-text citations you insert into your text to link to figures, tables, boxes, or to cross-reference other items. Inserting a callout also allows you to number...
- How do I add chapter keywords?
Last updated on March 08, 2024
Elsa allows you to tag your content and add chapter keywords directly in the platform. Adding keywords in Elsa will make a chapter and/or its individual elements easier to discover on Elsevier platforms...
- How do I copy references from text and then paste into Elsa?
Last updated on July 07, 2025
You can copy references from text (like a Word Document) and paste into Elsa to build your reference library. To paste your references: Navigate to the Insert ribbon on the toolbar Click on the References...
- Who can I contact if I have a technical issue and what is your support policy?
Last updated on November 03, 2025
The Elsa Help Desk assists users with troubleshooting, technical questions, workflow guidance, and general inquiries related to the Elsa authoring platform.They are available Monday through Friday, 9:00...