Students - How to Install and Use Respondus LockDown Browser for a Chromebook
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Students - How to Install and Use Respondus LockDown Browser for a Chromebook
What is Respondus LockDown Browser?
Respondus LockDown Browser is a customized browser that increases the security of online testing in Blackboard. When using Respondus LockDown Browser to take a test in Blackboard you are unable to:
Respondus LockDown Browser functions much like a standard Internet browser, but some options have been removed or work differently. |
How do I Know if My Instructor Requires LockDown Browser?
If an Instructor requires you to take a test with Respondus LockDown Browser, you will see "Requires Respondus LockDown Browser" next to the name of the test. |
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When you see this, you will need to use or install Respondus LockDown Browser extension in Google Chrome to access and take your test. |
Installing Respondus LockDown Browser
1. Click on the following link: https://download.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=687136315 | ||
2. A new tab will open and you will be directed to the Respondus LockDown Browser Extension in the Google Chrome store. Select the Add to Chrome button. |
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3. A pop-up will appear confirming if you want to install the extension. Select Add extension. |
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4. When the extension has finished downloading a notification will appear indicating that it has been successfully installed. |
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4. Navigate to Blackboard in Google Chrome. |
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5. Locate and select the test that requires the use of LockDown Browser. Select Begin to start your test. |
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6. Wait a few seconds and the LockDown Browser extension will load and the test will appear. |