Review final proofs after copy editing

You will receive an email when your proofs are ready to review after copy editing.

  • Follow the task link in the email to log in to Editorial Manager.
  • The task will be visible under Submissions in Production on your main menu. 
  • You can choose to View Assignment Letter to confirm your instructions.
  • Select Assignment Files to download the Copy Edit Comments form.
  • Download the most recently-modified version of the Copy Edit Comments Form (at the bottom of the list). You will need to annotate this form as you make any requested edits in RevMan.


  • Open the review in RevMan and compare versions to view edits made by the copy editor.
  • Make any requested corrections in RevMan. Do not make additional corrections to the manuscript.
  • Changes made by the copy editor should not be altered.
  • Tag a version with a relevant description when you have finished editing in RevMan.
  • Provide point-by-point responses to queries on the Copy Edit Comments Form.
  • When you have responded to all queries, return to your main menu in Editorial Manager.
  • Select Submit Task.
  • On the task submission screen, select Upload Files and add your annotated Copy Edit Comments Form. Proceed.
  • Submit Production Task.