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Using LockDown Browser with Canvas - Student Instructions

Overview

​Instructors may require students to use Respondus LockDown Browser to take quizzes and tests within Canvas courses. Students will need to first install the Lockdown Browser application prior to taking the test.

While using LockDown Browser to take a test, certain functions are prevented, including the ability to print, copy/paste, and switch applications. Students should only use LockDown Browser for tests that require it. Otherwise use your regular browser.

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When to Use LockDown Browser

Tests requiring LockDown Browser will include wording on the test's link "Requires Respondus LockDown Browser."

Students should start their Canvas session using their regular browser.  Clicking the test link will bring up a message indicating that Lockdown Browser will be started  and used to take the test.  If Lockdown Browser is not installed, the link to install it will be provided.

A test in Canvas, with Lockdown Requirement

 

Installing LockDown Browser

Student PCs on campus will have LockDown Browser already installed. If an icon for LockDown Browser is not already on the desktop, go to Start > Programs > Respondus and LockDown Browser can be started from there.

On personal computers, use the link below to install LockDown Browser:​

http://www.respondus.com/lockdown/information.pl?ID=354814027

Your system information will be detected, ensuring that the LockDown Browser installation file is the right one for your system. Mac users will therefore automatically be given the appropriate install file.

Full system requirements can be found here: https://www.respondus.com/products/lockdown-browser/requirements.shtml

installation requirements

Before you click Install Now, consider viewing the short video in the Before You Install section for more information on LockDown Browser and what it does.

 

Best Practices for LockDown Browser

  • See System Requirements​
  • Tests should be accessed through links deployed in Canvas Modules. Do not access tests through What's Due in the To Do module or from Due Date links in the Calendar tool.
  • LockDown Browser may ask for a password when an instructor has set a password for an exam or when a student is using a different browser to access the exam. If a student doesn't know the exam password, they can contact their instructor.
  • Sufficient bandwidth and other resources should be made available. Tests should not be taken on wireless devices.
  • Make sure you set aside enough time to take the exam without interruptions.
  • Timed quizzes begin once a student begins the exam and do not pause if the student navigates away from the quiz.
  • Take your exams in a quiet area.
  • Review the Student Honesty Policy

For additional support, Email TTLCHelp@uhd.edu.​