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# Upload Standards using Markdown

When uploading your Competency Framework using Markdown, the structure of the file must follow a specific heading hierarchy, depending on the number

When uploading your Competency Framework using Markdown, the structure of the file must follow a specific heading hierarchy, depending on the number of tiers in your framework.

If your framework has 3 levels, just make sure it's structured as **Framework > Area > Competency**, and if your framework has 4 levels then make sure it's structured as **Framework > Area > Competency > Competency.**

To include codes in your competency framework (for easier reference, tracking, or integration), simply add a letter or number in front of each Area or Competency.

Example of Markdown Upload 3 Tiers:\
![markdown-3-tier.jpg](https://e02.insite.com/files/sites/e02/uploading-a-framework-using-markdown/markdown-3-tier.jpg)

Example of Markdown Upload 4 Tiers:\
![markdown-4-tier.jpg](https://e02.insite.com/files/sites/e02/uploading-a-framework-using-markdown/markdown-4-tier.jpg)\
(*The heading specifying the tiers must be included at the top of your file you are uploading.*)

Example of Competency Framework after upload:\
![Framework Example](https://1098692194-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FEiUUMcDHYlET5DiA1xJY%2Fuploads%2FeySHRaA99861iI8ZzfQ3%2FFramework%20Example.png?alt=media\&token=d02a04f5-d205-4225-91bf-b6bb7ffa3982)


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