Quick start guide

Here are the main steps explaining how to use COBWEB:

1	Register / log in Name your new manuscript
2	Choose the template relevant to your study design and type of intervention Specific templates are available for studies in cancer patients
3	Write your manuscript guided by the CONSORT checklist items Each item is explained by a summary bullet points derived from the CONSORT main statements and the relevant extensions
4	An example of good reporting is available next to each item The summary and the examples of good reporting are personalized for each template by including the additional guidelines specific to the study design or type of intervention
5	Save changes as you progress through the paper You can invite a co-author to view your manuscript at any stage and leave comments
6	The invited co-author cannot change the text but can only leave comments Edit your latest version when needed (only your latest saved manuscript can be accessed)
7	You can at any time proceed your writing anytime later, save your latest version and continue writing later Your manuscript/s will remain saved and accessible through your online account for up to five years
8	Export the saved manuscript in WORD anytime you want with or without the CONSORT items spelled out in the word document