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Create new upload

This document explains the process of uploading a record.

  • Step 1: Initiate the Process To start the upload, open the "Quick Create" menu (identified by a plus icon) and select "New upload" from the options.

  • Step 2: Navigate to the Upload Page After selecting "New Upload," you will be directed to the Upload page where you can begin adding details to your record.

  • Step 3: Select a Community On the Upload page, locate the "Select a Community" option and click on it to proceed.

  • Step 4: Choose the Desired Community After clicking "Select a Community," a modal window will appear, showing available communities. Choose the appropriate community by clicking on its name.

  • Step 5: Confirm Selected Community Your chosen community will be displayed on the Upload page to confirm your selection.

  • Step 6: Upload Files or Select Metadata-only To upload files, click on the "Upload" button and choose your files. If your record is metadata-only, select the checkbox labeled "Metadata-only record."

  • Step 7: Choose Resource Type Select the correct resource type for your record from the dropdown menu.

  • Step 8: Add Creator Click on "Add creator" to specify the creator(s) of the record.

  • Step 9: Manually Add Creator If Needed If your ORCID is unavailable, you have the option to add the creator's name manually.

  • Step 10: Set Visibility Select the visibility settings for your record based on who should have access.

  • Step 11: Preview the Record Click on "Preview" to see an overview of your record before submission.

  • Step 12: Review and Edit if Necessary Review the details in your record. If changes are needed, click "Back" to make edits.

  • Step 13: Submit for Review Once satisfied with the record, click on "Submit for Review."

  • Step 14: Agree to Terms By submitting your record, you confirm agreement to the Terms of Service.

  • Step 15: Final Submission Click "Submit Review" to complete the submission process.

  • During Review: Chat with the Community Manager During the approval process, you have the option to chat with the community manager or curator for any questions or clarifications.

  • Post-submission Access After submitting, you can still view and edit your record if necessary.