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Coral Reefs Template
Write in a clean editor, then format for Coral Reefs in one click — DocuGuru applies the official Springer Nature template with superscript references and exports a submission-ready PDF plus the editable LaTeX source. Free to start.
About the Coral Reefs format
Coral Reefs is a peer-reviewed journal published by Springer Nature, covering Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies, Marine and fisheries research, Marine and coastal plant biology.
| Publisher | Springer Nature |
|---|---|
| Reference style | Superscript numbered (Nature) Superscript — small raised numerals in the text 1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. Coral Reefs 12, 45–58 (2023).
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| Publishes research in | Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies Marine and fisheries research Marine and coastal plant biology Marine Biology and Ecology Research Ichthyology and Marine Biology |
| ISSN | 0722-4028 |
| Citation impact (2-yr) | 3.65 |
| h-index | 171 |
| i10-index | 2,885 |
| Total citations | 189,156 |
| Article processing charge | $3,860 |
| Top institutions publishing here | James Cook University |
| Journal website | www.springer.com |
| You get | A submission-ready PDF and the editable LaTeX source — ready to submit. |
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Coral Reefs template — frequently asked questions
How do I write a paper in the Coral Reefs format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Coral Reefs template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Springer Nature format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Coral Reefs use?
Coral Reefs uses Superscript numbered (Nature) references, shown as superscript numerals in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. Coral Reefs 12, 45–58 (2023).
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Coral Reefs?
No. DocuGuru generates the sn-jnl LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Springer Nature-ready Coral Reefs document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the Coral Reefs template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Coral Reefs format with correct headings, figures, tables, and superscript citations.
Who publishes Coral Reefs?
Coral Reefs is a multidisciplinary journal published by Springer Nature. DocuGuru's Coral Reefs template matches Springer Nature's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready Coral Reefs PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Coral Reefs template (the sn-jnl class) that is ready to submit to Springer Nature, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Coral Reefs template cost?
You can start writing in the Coral Reefs template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Coral Reefs PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.