How do I register for the event?

The registration process will be the same as previous events, you will then receive an email for each room you are registered for.

Will I need to download special software to join the online conference?

No, once registered you will receive a number of links you will be able to open directly in your browser. The preferred browser is Google Chrome although most other browsers work as well.

Can I test my connection before the event? 

Yes, we will be holding test events for both attendees and presenters during the weeks before the event. To test your connection speed please run a system check here.

Can I watch more than one session at a time?

As an attendee, you are able to watch multiple sessions at one time, although this might get confusing as you will be able to hear all sound tracks. In this case we suggest muting the browser tab not in use.

Can I connect using all browsers and devices?

The conference system can support the following minimum version requirements:
On Desktop Machines (attendees and presenters): Chrome 55+, Firefox 53+, Safari 12.1+, Edge 42

On Mobile Devices (only for attendees) there is native browser support for the latest versions of both iOS and Android OS.

Do I need to use the GPPS Template when submitting my Abstract?

It is not essential for you to use the GPPS TC20 template when submitting your Abstract. We do however require you to use our template when submitting your final paper.

Where do I find the 4 digit number needed on my paper? 

For the Abstract you can leave it blank. Once you have made a submission you will be given a submission number in your confirmation email. You can then insert this into the final paper.
 
Either way the final paper will be renamed by the system to include your paper number.

How many words should my Abstract be?

Your abstract should be between 100 - 200 words and give a short description of the problem and primary approach.

How do I upload my revised final paper?

For guidelines on how to upload a paper, update a paper or update your profile click here to view an online guide.

Does the abstract and author list need to match the ones listed in my pdf paper?

Yes, to update your online Abstract in EasyChair click on your submission, then in the right-hand navigation click on either 'Update Information' or 'Update Authors'.

If I upload a new version of my paper, will the old one be overwritten?

No, all uploads are archived.

What link should I use when uploading my final paper

You can upload you final paper via the EasyChair tool.

How do I upload an updated version of my paper?

1/ Log into your EasyChair account, and click on the magnifying glass icon to view submission details.
2/ On the following page click ‘Update file’.
3/ On the following page click ‘Browse’ and select the PDF document you wish to upload.
4/ Click ‘Submit’

How do I upload support and other rebuttal documents?

Rebuttal and other support documents should be uploaded using the ‘Update file’ link.
All documents are saved into your submission archive for reviewing. Rebuttal documents should be clearly named. No documents are overwritten.

When uploading my updated paper what additional documents should I include?

We kindly ask you to upload the following files when submitting the revised paper:
 
1) The revised paper with no highlighting.
2) A highlighted copy of the revised paper showing the changes made.
3) A rebuttal document detailing the changes made to address each of the reviewer’s comments.
 
Please note that the three requested files have to be uploaded as separate pdf-files. As the Easychair does not allow submission of additional files, we kindly ask you to upload these as three different versions of your paper using the 'Upload file' link. Note, all documents are archived and none are overwritten.

I need to confirm what day my paper will be scheduled to book my flights, when will this be published?

Once all papers have been reviewed, and authors notified, we will assign Tracks and papers to time slots. Notification will be sent out via social media and email, to receive event-specific email news register on our TC20 event webpage