Article Submission Tutorial

Step 1: Select an Appropriate Journal

• Visit the OAP journal directory at https://www.openaccesspress.com/journals/subject to browse journals in your research field

• Carefully select a journal that aligns with your manuscript's scope and discipline

Step 2: Access the Submission System

• Click the 'Submit an Article' button on the selected journal's profile page. This will direct you to the submission platform

Step 3: Account Registration

• Visit https://app.openaccesspress.com/login and make sure you have registered an account.

• If you don't have an account yet, create one. After that, log in to access the submission system.

Step 4: Navigate to Manuscript Submission

• After logging in, locate the 'Paper Submission' button in the left sidebar

• Select the specific journal for your manuscript submission

• Pro Tip: You can also quickly access the submission system from the journal's profile page

Step 5: Enter Manuscript Details

• Complete all required submission fields:

  • Manuscript Title

  • Abstract

  • Keywords

• Upload your manuscript file

• Ensure all information is accurate and comprehensive

Step 6: Add Author Information

• Click 'Add Authors' to include all contributing authors

• Review and verify author details

• Make any necessary modifications before formal review begins

• Note: Editing is restricted once the review process starts

Step 7: Track Your Submission

• Access your submission dashboard

• View all manuscripts submitted under your account

• Click on individual manuscript titles to:

  • Check submission status

  • Review reviewer comments

  • Track progress through a timeline interface

Best Practices

• Double-check all submitted information

• Ensure manuscript meets journal's formatting guidelines

• Prepare a comprehensive abstract

• Include accurate author and institutional information