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- Editor Guide to Editorial Manager
Last updated on August 07, 2025
In this Editor user guide you’ll find links to the editor key tasks in Editorial Manager (EM), many of which also include a short video.
- Reviewer Guide to Editorial Manager
Last updated on August 08, 2025
In this Reviewer user guide you’ll find links to the reviewer key tasks in Editorial Manager (EM), many of which also include a short video.Click on a main heading to reveal the associated key tasks.Show...
- How can I track the status of my submitted article?
Last updated on December 11, 2025
Corresponding authors and confirmed co-authors can view the submission status by logging into the author main menu. Select any active folder to view the details for those submissions.
- Are reviews confidential?
Last updated on January 09, 2026
According to COPE guidelines any manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents. Reviewers must not share the review or information about the review with anyone without the agreement of the editors and authors involved. This applies both during and after the publication process.
- Video Guide: Find reviewers using Scopus
Last updated on November 17, 2025
This video provides a detailed overview of one of the reviewer search tools available to editors in Editorial Manager, "Find reviewers using Scopus".
- What does the status of my submission mean in Editorial Manager?
Last updated on January 08, 2026
Journals in EM are able to customize the status terms displayed to authors. The default status terms are listed in this article.
- How can I claim my reviewer certificate?
Last updated on May 19, 2026
Reviewers who complete reviews in EM can see their activity history and download Reviewer certificates on Reviewer Hub.
- How do I respond to an invitation to review in Editorial Manager?
Last updated on January 08, 2026
Reviewers can accept or decline review invitation by selecting the link within the email invitation, or by logging into EM and selecting 'New Reviewer Invitations' from the reviewer main menu. Reviewers can accept or decline review invitation by selecting the link within the email invitation, or by logging into EM and selecting 'New Reviewer Invitations' from the reviewer main menu.
- How can I use Alternate Reviewers in Editorial Manager?
Last updated on March 22, 2024
Editors can list Alternate reviewers for a submission, and optionally link them to specific invited reviewers. When a reviewer declines or is uninvited, the next valid alternate will be automatically invited.
- When can I expect a decision from the Editor?
Last updated on December 11, 2025
The average review times for most journals are found on the 'Journal Insights' link from the journal homepage.