Final manuscript is turned over to Editing, Design, and Production group. This phase typically takes from 5 to 10 months, depending on the complexity of the project. Texts and supplements with large complex art programs may take slightly longer. The editing, design, and production team begins work on the manuscript. Photo research begins.
Final manuscript is logged and prepared for copyediting and production.
Design samples are created by chosen typesetter. Copyedited manuscript is typeset and made into first round proof. Authors review first round proof. McGraw-Hill project manager reviews author proof, returns it to the typesetter. Authors review second round proof.