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title: "Why G2 Grid® placement cannot be changed manually"
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# Why G2 Grid® placement cannot be changed manually

G2 Grid® placement is determined algorithmically. No one, including G2 employees, can manually alter a product’s position.

          
          

For more information about scoring, refer to the [Research Scoring Methodologies](https://documentation.g2.com/docs/research-scoring-methodologies) documentation.

## How placement is calculated

Grid® placement is based on two core factors:

**Satisfaction Score**: Star rating, review count, and answers to key satisfaction questions (e.g., ease of use, likelihood to recommend).

**Market Presence Score**: Based on 15+ metrics that reflect visibility and reach in the market.

More recent reviews carry more weight in scoring.

## How to improve placement organically

The most effective way to improve placement is to collect more recent, high-quality reviews from verified users. Learn more about running a free review review campaign at [sell.g2.com](https://sell.g2.com).

          
          

G2 scores are updated dynamically as new data is ingested through API and user submissions.