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# How do I use a Default rubric?

In this video, we walk you through how to effectively use a platform-provided rubric for uploading essays. We cover the different types of rubrics available, ranging from middle school to college level, and explain how to select the appropriate one for your needs. It's important to familiarize yourself with these options to enhance your grading process. Additional step-by-step instructions follow below the video.

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**Step 1**: On the home page, click the **Upload** button under Upload essays.

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**Step 2**: Under **Rubric**, select **Choose rubric from library**.

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**Step 3:** Under the **Platform rubrics** tab, you will see all the rubrics available in EssayGrader's library.

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**Step 4:** Click the **Select** button to choose the type of essay you want to grade.

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**Step 5:** Once you have selected a rubric, you will receive feedback that it has been **Selected**. Click the '**X**' button to go back to the uploading process.

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You will be able to see the type of rubric you selected as follows.

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**Step 6:** Complete the rest of the required fields, upload your essays, and click **Grade essay**.