submission-prep

A pre-submission checklist automates manuscript readiness checks by verifying abstract, structure, references, and compliance against target journal standards. It catches common rejection-worthy issues before you submit.

The mechanism reads your project's CLAUDE.md to identify the target journal, then executes checklist rules from SKILL.md to verify required sections, word limits, and formatting. It outputs a structured submission readiness verdict.

Yes, the pre-submission checklist applies across top journals like JF, RFS, and JFE. It verifies your manuscript against the specific submission requirements and formatting standards of these target journals.

Before running a submission readiness check, you need your manuscript file and a CLAUDE.md file specifying the target journal. The checklist reads this configuration to load the correct journal standards and execute the appropriate formatting rules.

The best way to verify manuscript quality is running a structured checklist that reads your target journal's requirements and checks your abstract, structure, and references. This reusable workflow catches policy and formatting issues that journals commonly flag.