How do I open a test in Respondus Lockdown Browser?

The download for the LockDown Browser should be available in a link from the class that requires it.

  • Step 1. Close all programs, unless one is used to connect you to the internet.
  • Step 2. Locate the “LockDown Browser” shortcut on the desktop and double-click it (For Mac users, launch “LockDown Browser” from the Applications folder).
  • Step 3. If prompted, either close a blocked program (e.g., screen capture, instant messaging) by choosing Yes. Or, close LockDown Browser and close the blocked program before restarting.
  • Step 4. Log into your Blackboard course.
  • Step 5. Navigate to the test and select it.
  • Step 6. If the instructor requires a test password, a new window will appear asking for the Exam Password. Enter the password and click Begin Exam.
  • Step 7. The test will then start (note: once a test has been started with Respondus LockDown Browser, you cannot exit until the Submit button is clicked).

You may have to download the updated client. A link to obtain the update for Windows can be found here: http://www.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=587634126.  The Mac download can be found here: https://download.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?ostype=2&id=587634126.

FAQs are listed at http://www.respondus.com/downloads/RLDB-Quick-Start-Guide-Bb-Student.pdf.

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