Computer-generated halftone screens should be used instead of pattern fills. Also, do not use color. All line work should be bold and the lettering should be large and clear. When preparing drawings, use professional drawing aids. Do not use graph paper.
Xerox copies are almost never legible.
Photographs should be identified on the back by the authors name, figure number and, if not obvious, indicate which direction is up. Scale should be indicated on all photomicrographs. Mathematical equations Mathematical equations should be clearly typed. Symbols, subscripts and superscripts should be clearly identified. Avoid handwritten symbols if possible.