Decision Phrases in Editorial Manager (EM) are a list of short phrases that editors can select to be included in decision letters. These phrases can provide a consistent voice when communicating editorial decisions in letters to Authors as well as saving time for Editors. Editors can quickly add journal-defined, regularly used comments directly into the Decision letter without having to type them each time.

How

1. After selecting 'Submit Editor's Decision and Comments', locate the list of Editor Decision Phrases on the form, and tick one or more phrases to be added to the decision letter.

   • For questions about which phrases are available, or to request changes, contact your Journal Manager or other support contact.
   • If any previous editor has selected Decision Phrases, you may make changes to the selections before submitting your own decision.
2. If you have selected more than one, you may wish to click Preview Selected Phrases to see how they look together.

   • Select 'Close'' when done previewing.
3. Continue to submit your decision as usual. See this FAQ for more details on completing the Decision Form.
4. When drafting the Decision Letter, a list of the selected Decision Phrases will be inserted into the letter at a location defined in the Letter Template.

   • Each selected phrase will appear on a new line.
   • By default, Decision Phrases are inserted under the signature area of the Letter Template, along with the comments submitted by Editors and Reviewers. Journals may customize letter templates to place it in a different position.
   • When editing the letter, these phrases can be edited, rearranged, etc.

After adding Decision Phrases:

• If the decision workflow moves on to another editor, that editor can see the phrases you selected and may make changes to the selections.
• When the decision letter is sent the selected phrases will be a part of the letter.