ABSTRACT
Submission of papers as electronic files (on computer diskettes or CDs) and via the internet has become routine and, indeed, some journals that are published exclusively on the internet (e-journals) only accept electronic submissions. Journals that are published in the traditional format on paper are able to minimize production costs by accepting manuscripts that are submitted as fully formatted electronic files and/or camera-ready text and Figures. In each case, the journal’s publisher saves money by having you do the work that used to be done by the journal’s editors, production assistants, and typesetters. If you fail to produce an electronic file or camera-ready material that conforms exactly to the specific requirements of your target journal, your paper may be rejected out of hand or publication may be significantly delayed. Before you decide how to submit your paper, if you have a choice between traditional and electronic formats, read the Instructions to Authors very carefully to make sure that you can produce the type of material that is required and can meet all the necessary criteria.
