# Controlled Mode

By default, the Rating is in an uncontrolled state.

Set the [defaultValue](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-vue-ui-develop/components/inputs/api/ratingprops#defaultValue) property if you want to stay in uncontrolled mode.

To control the state of the Rating:

1. Use its [`value`](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-vue-ui-develop/components/inputs/api/ratingprops#value) property.
2. Handle the [`onChange`](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-vue-ui-develop/components/inputs/api/ratingprops#onchange) event.
3. Pass the new value through the props.

[Demo Source](https://demos.telerik.com/kendo-vue-ui/inputs/rating/controlled/source.txt)

## Suggested Links

* [API Reference of the Rating Component](https://www.telerik.com/kendo-vue-ui-develop/components/inputs/api/ratingprops)