If you’re seeing three dots (•••) next to your Rubric, Feedback Style, or Grading Parameters, and the Sync button is grayed out, it usually means one or more submissions are stuck in the grading process.
Here’s what that looks like:
This can block you from:
Syncing with Google Classroom
Editing your rubric or settings
Exporting feedback
Why This Happens
When even one student submission gets stuck (for example, in “In line to be graded”), CoGrader pauses other actions to prevent conflicts.
So, while it may look like a settings issue, it’s usually tied to a specific student submission.
How to Fix It
I know this can feel frustrating, especially when you’re ready to move forward with grading or syncing.
Here’s the fastest way to unblock things:
Step 1: Find the Stuck Submission
Scroll through your student list and look for:
“In line to be graded. Please wait”.
"Grading"
Step 2: Delete the Stuck Submission
Click the three dots next to that student’s submission
Select Delete
Step 3: Move Forward
Once that submission is removed:
The three dots at the top will disappear
The Sync button will become available again
You can update your rubric, re-sync, or export
If needed, you can re-upload that student’s work after.
Why This Works
Removing the stuck submission clears the grading queue, which allows CoGrader to:
Finish loading assignment settings
Re-enable syncing and exports
Process new or updated submissions normally
Bottom Line
Three dots (•••) and a disabled Sync button usually mean a submission is stuck
Scroll to find the student causing the issue
Delete that submission to unblock your assignment
After that, you can sync, edit, and continue grading