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How can I approve my submission?

Last updated on July 26, 2024

After you have completed the submission steps and built the PDF, select 'New/Revised Submissions Waiting for Author Approval'. Select 'View Submission' to check the PDF, then 'Approve Submission' to send your submission to the journal.

How do I revise my submission in Editorial Manager?

Last updated on July 29, 2025

Select 'Submission Requiring Revision' from the author main menu when you are ready to submit your revised manuscript. Then select 'Submit Revision' to begin the process.

How to contact us on Journal Article Publishing

Last updated on August 27, 2025

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How do I submit my revision with tracked changes?

Last updated on April 26, 2022

Some journals require revisions to include a version with tracked changes, before beginning to revise your file check the journal's Guide for Authors for instructions.

How do I make changes after I have submitted an article?

Last updated on September 29, 2024

After submission, Authors can only make changes when the submission is sent back to them, or when the editors make a revise decision. Authors can select 'Send Email' to contact the journal about urgent changes at other times.

How do I upload and organize my submission files in Editorial Manager?

Last updated on December 22, 2023

Files can be uploaded on the Attach Files page, using Browse or Drag and Drop. Each file needs to have a Type selected from a list defined by the journal, and may require additional details.

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Last updated on July 25, 2025

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How do I handle new Direct to Editor assignments in Editorial Manager?

Last updated on May 13, 2022

In a Direct to Editor workflow the 'New Direct to Editor Submissions' folder allows the Receiving Editor to decide whether to handle the submission, redirect to another editor, or send it back to the author.

How do I view or edit an author revision due date in Editorial Manager?

Last updated on April 16, 2024

The days to revise may be edited on the decision form. For outstanding revisions, select the 'Details' link and locate the revision due date.

How can editor assignment of revisions be automated in Editorial Manager?

Last updated on May 06, 2025

Revisions can follow one of three options – direct to first editor of previous version, reassign entire editor chain of previous version, or manual assignment of revisions. The options is set on a journal level.

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