Ten simple rules to consider regarding preprint submission

"Rule 1: Preprints speed up dissemination [...]

Rule 2: Preprints should be licensed and formatted to facilitate reuse [...]

Rule 3: Preprints provide a record of priority [...]

Rule 4: Preprints do not lead to being scooped [...]

Rule 5: Preprints provide access to scholarly content that would otherwise be lost [...]

Rule 6: Preprints do not imply low quality [...]

Rule 7: Preprints support the rapid evaluation of controversial results [...]

Rule 8: Preprints do not typically preclude publication [...]

Rule 9: Preprints can further inform grant review and academic advancement [...]

Rule 10: Preprints—one shoe does not fit all [...]"