How to view the evaluation indicators of academic journals through Scopus?

To view academic journal evaluation indicators through Scopus, access the official Scopus platform either via institutional subscription or personal login. The primary metrics available include CiteScore, SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), and Source Normalized Impact per SNIP (SNIP). These indicators are calculated annually and displayed on dedicated journal profile pages within the Scopus Sources section. Scopus provides several key metrics: CiteScore measures average citations received per document; SJR emphasizes journal prestige weighted by subject field and citation source quality; SNIP accounts for differences in citation potential across disciplines. Users should note the specific calculation period displayed (e.g., CiteScore 2023). Importantly, interpretation requires awareness of disciplinary citation norms, the limitations inherent in any single metric, and potential variations between subject areas. Comparing journals within the same field yields more meaningful insights than direct cross-disciplinary comparisons. Within the Scopus Sources search interface, locate the target journal by title, ISSN, or publisher. Its detailed record will prominently display the current CiteScore, SJR, and SNIP values alongside historical trend data when available. Viewing these indicators allows researchers, librarians, and publishers to assess journal impact within a specific domain, track performance over time, and make informed decisions about publication strategy or collection management. Consistent metrics across thousands of titles facilitate comparative journal analysis.