Manuscript Submission Checklist
Manuscript Submission ChecklistPDF file · free · no sign-up
Download .pdfThis printable PDF checklist groups the last checks before submission into content and reporting, ethics and declarations, and files and system.
What is inside
- Content and reporting checks
- Ethics and declarations checks
- Files and submission-system checks
How to use it
- Read the journal's instructions for authors first and add any journal-specific items.
- Tick each box only after verifying it.
- Ask a co-author to check numbers across abstract, text and tables.
- Keep the completed checklist with your submission records.
Example (illustrative)
A check item: Every table and figure is cited in the text and numbered in order. (Illustrative.)
Limitations and cautions
The list is a general prompt. The journal's own checklist takes precedence, and an item ticked here is only as reliable as your verification of it. The file is free to use and edit, and the footer credits MedResearch Ninja.
References and further reading
- International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). Recommendations for the Conduct, Reporting, Editing, and Publication of Scholarly Work in Medical Journals. Link
- EQUATOR Network: Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research (reporting guideline library). Link
- Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE): guidance and flowcharts. Link
Related reading
MRN templates are original, editable starting points. Reporting standards (PRISMA, CARE, ICMJE and others) belong to their authors: use the official versions linked above for formal submissions.