> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.gradingpal.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Submit Your Work

> How to upload and submit assignments in GradingPal

This guide explains how to submit assignments in GradingPal.

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## Finding Your Assignments

<Steps>
  <Step title="Log In">
    Log in to GradingPal at [gradingpal.ai](https://gradingpal.ai)
  </Step>

  <Step title="View Dashboard">
    Your dashboard shows all your enrolled classes
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Class">
    Click on a class to see its assignments
  </Step>

  <Step title="View Assignment Details">
    Assignments show:

    * Assignment name
    * Due date (if set)
    * Your submission status
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/student/student-dashboard.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=dfc0806eb64d41367e6e41e20bd8e425" alt="Student dashboard with assignments" width="2562" height="1344" data-path="images/student/student-dashboard.png" />
</Frame>

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## Submitting an Assignment

<Steps>
  <Step title="Click Assignment">
    Click on the assignment you want to submit
  </Step>

  <Step title="View Details">
    You'll see the assignment details and instructions
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Submit">
    Click **Submit** or **Upload**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose File">
    Choose your file:

    * **From your device** - Select a file from your computer
    * **From Google Drive** - Pick a file from your Google Drive
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm">
    Confirm and submit
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/student/submit-button.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=2531d076f278ebe416bbbd73e6a0dbdc" alt="Submit assignment button" width="2454" height="804" data-path="images/student/submit-button.png" />
</Frame>

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## Supported File Types

Different assignment types accept different files:

| Assignment Type      | Accepted Files                  |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------- |
| **Writing & Essays** | PDF, Word (.doc, .docx), images |
| **Video & Audio**    | MP4, MOV, WebM, MP3, WAV        |
| **Presentations**    | PDF, PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx)   |
| **Art & Design**     | Images (JPG, PNG, HEIC)         |
| **Quizzes/Exams**    | PDF, images                     |

<Note>
  If you try to upload the wrong file type, you'll see an error message explaining what formats are accepted.
</Note>

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## Submission Status

After submitting, your assignment will show one of these statuses:

| Status        | What It Means                                   |
| ------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| **Submitted** | Your work was received and is being graded      |
| **Grading**   | AI is currently reviewing your submission       |
| **Graded**    | Grading is complete; waiting for teacher review |
| **Returned**  | Your teacher has returned your graded work      |

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/student/submission-status.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=dff73c6c4829b22909e91f391054fce1" alt="Submission status indicators" width="1034" height="784" data-path="images/student/submission-status.png" />
</Frame>

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## Resubmitting Work

If your teacher allows multiple submissions:

1. Go to the assignment
2. Click **Submit Again** or **Resubmit**
3. Upload your updated file
4. Your new submission replaces the previous one for grading

<Note>
  Your teacher may limit the number of times you can resubmit. Check the assignment details or ask your teacher.
</Note>

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## Late Submissions

If the due date has passed:

* **If late submissions are allowed**: You can still submit, but your work may be marked as late
* **If late submissions are blocked**: You'll see a message that submissions are closed

Contact your teacher if you need to submit late and can't.

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## Uploading from Google Drive

<Steps>
  <Step title="Click Submit">
    Click **Submit** on the assignment
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Google Drive">
    Choose **Google Drive**
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign In">
    Sign in to Google if prompted
  </Step>

  <Step title="Browse Files">
    Browse or search for your file
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select and Confirm">
    Select the file and confirm
  </Step>
</Steps>

This works with:

* Google Docs
* Google Slides
* Files you've uploaded to Drive

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/alaynaai/K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU/images/student/gdrive-picker.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=K27i5qY8uIx7ZcEU&q=85&s=8a50aa1654724b92c86467890793c7e6" alt="Google Drive file picker" width="2454" height="1488" data-path="images/student/gdrive-picker.png" />
</Frame>

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## Tips for Successful Submissions

### Before Submitting

* **Check the file type** - Make sure your file format is accepted
* **Review your work** - You may not be able to resubmit
* **Check the file size** - Very large files may take longer to upload
* **Name your file clearly** - Include your name or the assignment title

### If Something Goes Wrong

* **Upload failed** - Check your internet connection and try again
* **Wrong file submitted** - Resubmit with the correct file if allowed
* **File won't open** - Try saving in a different format (PDF usually works)

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## What Happens After You Submit

<Steps>
  <Step title="Processing">
    GradingPal converts your file if needed
  </Step>

  <Step title="AI Grading">
    The AI reviews your work based on your teacher's rubric
  </Step>

  <Step title="Teacher Review">
    Your teacher checks the AI grades and feedback
  </Step>

  <Step title="Returned">
    You receive your graded work with feedback
  </Step>
</Steps>

Grading typically takes a few minutes, but your teacher may take additional time to review before returning.

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## Viewing Past Submissions

To see your submission history:

1. Click on the assignment
2. Scroll to see your submissions
3. Click on any submission to view details

You can see:

* When you submitted
* What file you submitted
* Status of each submission

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## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can't find the submit button">
    * The assignment may not be published yet
    * The due date may have passed with late submissions disabled
    * Check that you're enrolled in the class
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Upload keeps failing">
    * Try a smaller file
    * Check your internet connection
    * Try a different browser
    * Save your file as PDF and try again
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Submitted the wrong file">
    * Resubmit if allowed
    * If resubmission is disabled, contact your teacher immediately
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Related Articles

* [Create a Student Account](/student/create-student-account)
* [View Scores & Feedback](/student/view-scores-feedback)