> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.eurekanews.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Getting Started as an Editor
> Understanding the editor role and responsibilities on Eureka News
## Editor Role Overview
Editors are trusted members of the Eureka News community who help maintain content quality while enabling fast publication of breaking news when needed.
### What Editors Can Do
**Editors have all the capabilities of writers, plus additional responsibilities:**
As an editor, you can do everything a writer can do:
* ✅ Create and submit articles for review
* ✅ Request access to tags/topics
* ✅ Manage your profile and author page
* ✅ View your published articles and stats
**Plus, editors have additional capabilities:**
* **Breaking News Publishing**: Publish time-sensitive updates that go live immediately
* **Article Review**: Review, approve, request revisions, or reject writer submissions
* **Tag Management**: Assign tags to writers and manage tag permissions
* **Content Curation**: Help organize and prioritize content across the platform
* **Edit Articles**: You may Edit articles that use tags you have been assigned (in addition to editing your own articles)
## Editor Responsibilities
### Breaking News Publishing
Editors can publish breaking news for time-sensitive updates that need to go live quickly. This is one of the key differentiators of the editor role.
Learn how to publish breaking news effectively
### Article Review
Editors review writer submissions to ensure:
* Content quality and accuracy
* Proper formatting and structure
* Appropriate tag usage
* Adherence to editorial guidelines
You can:
* Approve articles for publication
* Request revisions with feedback
* Reject articles that don't meet standards
### Tag Management
Editors help manage the tag system by:
* Assigning tags to writers who request access
* Ensuring tags are used appropriately
* Maintaining tag quality and relevance
### Content Curation
Editors help organize and prioritize content by:
* Reviewing submissions in a timely manner
* Ensuring content diversity across topics
* Maintaining editorial standards
* Coordinating with writers on improvements
## Editor Workflow
### Daily Tasks
1. **Review Submissions**: Check for new articles awaiting review
2. **Publish Breaking News**: When time-sensitive updates occur
3. **Manage Tags**: Review and approve tag access requests
4. **Curate Content**: Ensure quality and diversity of published content
### Best Practices
* **Timely Reviews**: Respond to writer submissions within 1-2 business days
* **Constructive Feedback**: Provide clear, actionable feedback when requesting revisions
* **Consistency**: Apply editorial standards consistently across all submissions
* **Communication**: Maintain open communication with writers
## Getting Started
If you're a new editor:
1. **Familiarize yourself with writer capabilities** - Since you have all writer permissions, review the [Writer Documentation](/writers/getting-started)
2. **Learn breaking news publishing** - Read the [Breaking News Guide](/editors/breaking-news)
3. **Understand the review process** - Review the [Review Workflow](/writers/review-workflow) from an editor's perspective
4. **Review editorial guidelines** - Check [Best Practices](/writers/best-practices) to understand content standards
5. **Learn about Smart Tag Mentions** - Review the [Tag System documentation](/writers/tags#smart-tag-mentions) to understand how writers can use interactive tag mentions in articles
## Next Steps
Learn how to publish time-sensitive updates.
Review writer capabilities you also have access to.