Researchers identify a journal that matches the manuscript topic, study design, and scientific quality.
Journal scope, indexing, impact factor, and publication ethics should be evaluated carefully.
Authors review the journal’s submission instructions before submission.
These guidelines explain formatting rules, word limits, reference style, figure requirements, and ethical policies.
The manuscript is organized according to journal requirements.
This includes formatting the title page, abstract, references, tables, figures, and supplementary materials.
A professional cover letter is written to introduce the manuscript to the editor.
The letter briefly explains the importance, novelty, and suitability of the study for the journal.
Authors prepare required declarations such as: