Author Guidelines

Authors intending to submit their manuscripts to any journal under Journals Online are requested to follow the detailed instructions below. These guidelines are designed to ensure consistency and quality in our publications.

1. Manuscript Format

• Use Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). PDFs are not accepted for review.
• Font: Times New Roman, 12pt size
• Line spacing: 1.5 throughout the document, including references
• Margins: 1 inch on all sides
• Text should be justified
• Number all pages consecutively
• Use clear section headings such as: Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, References

2. Title Page

The title page should include:

• Title of the manuscript (concise and informative)
• Full names of all authors
• Affiliations and email addresses
• Corresponding author clearly indicated with full contact details

3. Abstract and Keywords

Provide an abstract of 150–250 words summarizing the main findings and significance. Follow this with 4–6 keywords that reflect the subject area of the manuscript.

4. Figures and Tables

• Figures should be high-resolution (minimum 300 dpi) and submitted in PNG, JPEG, or TIFF format.
• Each figure and table must have a clear, descriptive caption.
• All tables and figures must be cited in the text in sequential order.
• Do not embed images inside the Word file. Include them separately as supplementary files if needed.

5. References

References must be accurate and complete. Choose either APA, IEEE, or Vancouver style depending on the journal’s standard. Examples:

• APA: Smith, J. (2022). Research Methods in Science. Journal of Example Studies, 45(3), 123–135.
• IEEE: [1] J. Smith, "Research Methods in Science," Journal of Example Studies, vol. 45, no. 3, pp. 123–135, 2022.

Ensure all citations in the manuscript have a matching entry in the reference list.

6. Ethical Responsibilities

• Manuscripts must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software.
• Conflicts of interest must be disclosed at the time of submission.
• Authors must follow appropriate guidelines for the ethical treatment of human and animal subjects, where applicable.

7. Submission Process

Manuscripts can be submitted via our Online Submission System or emailed to submit@journalsonline.org. Ensure all components (manuscript, figures, tables, cover letter) are included.

8. Peer Review Policy

All submissions undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers. Reviewers are selected based on subject expertise and availability. The review process typically takes 2–4 weeks.

9. Article Processing Charges (APC)

Upon acceptance, a nominal article processing charge (APC) is applicable. The APC varies by journal and helps cover the costs of publication, DOI registration, archiving, and indexing. Fee waivers or discounts may be available in specific cases (e.g., low-income countries).

10. Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain full copyright of their work. Accepted articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License (CC BY 4.0), which allows others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

11. Language and Editing

Submissions must be written in clear, concise English. Authors whose native language is not English are encouraged to have their manuscript edited by a professional language service before submission.

12. Contact

For any questions regarding manuscript preparation or submission, please contact the editorial team at editors@journalsonline.org.