How can I submit my article to an open access journal?

Submitting to an open access journal involves directly uploading your manuscript to the journal's online submission system, similar to traditional journals but with specific considerations for open access publication. The process is feasible upon completing a manuscript adhering to the journal's author guidelines. Carefully select a suitable journal aligning with your research scope, impact, and open access model. Prior to submission, prepare necessary supplementary materials, such as ethical approval statements and data availability statements. Crucially, confirm funding availability for the required Article Processing Charge (APC) and verify the journal's open access license options and compliance with funder mandates. Ensure all authors approve the final manuscript and disclose relevant conflicts of interest. Initiate submission by registering/logging into the journal's online manuscript submission portal. Follow the system prompts to upload the manuscript file, cover letter, figures, supplementary files, and provide all required metadata (author details, affiliations, abstract, keywords). After submission, track progress online, address reviewer comments during peer review, and revise as requested. Upon acceptance, arrange APC payment and review proofs before the final open access publication of your work.