See:

https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_is_short_communication_paper1/1

Dear Elthair,

Please follow the below given researchgate links also.

https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_is_the_difference_between_a_full_length_research_article_and_a_short_communication

https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_is_the_difference_between_a_full-length_article_and_a_short_communication_article

https://www.researchgate.net/post/Does_a_short_communication_paper_carry_the_same_impact_factor_as_the_full_length_paper

Good luck

 my dear, i agree with dr.Arvind Singh

Typically, only full articles present original research results and are thus most valued. All other article types have their own functions and roles in journals. If a paper does not meet the requirements of full article, the editor may suggest publishing it as a short communication papaer or alike. Hope this helps!

Hi,

The main difference between a full article and a short communication is in the size of the paper. Usually, a full paper is around 4,000-5,000 words or more, depending on the journal's requirements, and the short communication is between 800 to 2,000 words. The short communication could carry original results the samel as the full size paper.

Hi

These diference depends on data diversity and capabilities. If data was rich we use full paper. 

Best regard

Dear El-Tahir,

Normally full-papers are original researches carried out on complex topics which need detailed explanations given in the form of full study reports.

Short communications also report new data, but on topics already known or 'not so interesting' to merit a full paper. This mainly depends on Journal guidelines, importance of the journal (in terms of impact factor, number of citations of the journal etc.) and finally depends on the editor. If the editor suggests to move from a full paper to a short communication, this means that for the journal interest, the topic you have proposed doesn't fit totally with the requirements of full paper.

Good luck,

Alfredo

They both have their place. Some people only want to read a quick overview, while others want an in-depth examination of a research topic. Short articles are better for social media and headline coverage; longer ones work better as feature articles.

Estimado Elthair.

Considero que cuando hacemos referencia a Artículo Completo, efectivamente, nos referimos a una completa investigación rica por sus referencias y citas bibliográficas, resultados y metodología aplicada, a más de las consideraciones que entregue el editor de una revista para que ese escrito sea considerado de tal manera, sin tener que diferir del valor con la corta comunicación, la misma que en periodismo hace referencia más a un escrito condensado (Nota corta) pero con igual valor e importancia que el artículo completo, pues ambos deben ser veraces y transparentes.

Saludos

César Andrade 

Thank you very much for your response. The way you discuss the topic and explained your views is highly appreciated. Of course is is nice way to share experience.  Regards

In your question you are talking about "value". Now this is very interesting because we have many different ways to interpret "value". Do we refer to the authors prestige ? Do we refer to the paper prestige ? Do we refer to the advancement of science ?

I guess you were asking if a full paper vs a short communication can provide you with the same benefits .. such as impact factor or h-index ... The answer is YES . there are no differences between the two .. In terms of prestige .. a lengthly paper can offer you more .. since the community will have the chance to evaluate better the fruits of your research.

I advice my PhDs to start their authoring careers with short communications and as they build their skills to expand to broader manuscripts.