Getting Started
Learn how to use Shoulders.me to prepare and submit your manuscript in just a few steps.
Quick Overview
Shoulders.me streamlines the academic submission process. Upload your manuscript, select your target venue, and we handle the formatting, validation, and bundle generation automatically.
Upload Your Manuscript
Start by uploading your manuscript in DOCX or LaTeX format. We support all major word processors and LaTeX distributions.
- Drag and drop or click to upload
- Supports .docx, .tex, .pdf formats
- Maximum file size: 50MB
- Multiple figures and supplementary files supported
Select Your Target Venue
Choose from thousands of journals and conferences. Our venue database is continuously updated with the latest requirements.
- Search by name, field, or publisher
- View requirements before selecting
- See open access options and APCs
- Compare multiple venues side-by-side
Generate Your Bundle
Shoulders.me automatically formats your manuscript and creates a submission-ready bundle with all required files.
- Automatic format conversion
- Figure optimization and validation
- Required statements generation
- Cover letter assistance
Review and Submit
Review the generated bundle, make any final adjustments, and download everything you need for submission.
- Preview compiled PDF
- Check validation results
- Download complete bundle
- Track your submission status
Supported Formats
Microsoft Word
Upload .docx files directly from Word, Google Docs, or any compatible editor.
- • .docx format
- • Preserves styles and formatting
- • Embedded images supported
LaTeX
Full LaTeX support with cloud compilation using pdfLaTeX, XeLaTeX, or LuaLaTeX.
- • .tex, .bib, .sty files
- • BibTeX/Biber bibliography
- • Custom packages supported
AI Re-templating
Convert between formats automatically using AI-powered transformation.
- • DOCX to LaTeX
- • Template adaptation
- • Section restructuring
Tips for Best Results
- • Use high-resolution figures (300 DPI minimum for print)
- • Include all supplementary files in your initial upload
- • Review venue requirements before uploading
- • Keep your author information up to date in your profile