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# Guide for Students

> What to expect when taking a proctored quiz and how to prepare.

This guide explains what to expect when taking a proctored quiz and how to ensure a smooth experience.

## What is a Proctored Quiz?

A proctored quiz uses your camera and screen sharing to verify exam integrity. During the quiz:

* Your screen is captured at regular intervals
* Your webcam records your face
* The system monitors for suspicious activity

This helps ensure fair exams for all students.

## Before You Start

### System Requirements

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Browser" icon="globe">
    Use Chrome, Firefox, or Edge (latest version)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Camera" icon="camera">
    Working webcam required
  </Card>

  <Card title="Internet" icon="wifi">
    Stable internet connection
  </Card>

  <Card title="Display" icon="desktop">
    Single monitor recommended
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

### Prepare Your Environment

<Steps>
  <Step title="Find a quiet space">
    Choose a well-lit room where you won't be interrupted
  </Step>

  <Step title="Close other applications">
    Close unnecessary programs and browser tabs
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check your camera">
    Ensure your face is clearly visible and well-lit
  </Step>

  <Step title="Disconnect extra monitors">
    If you have multiple monitors, disconnect or disable extras
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Starting the Quiz

When you begin a proctored quiz:

### 1. Permission Dialog

You'll see a dialog requesting permissions. You need to grant:

* **Camera access**: To verify your identity
* **Screen sharing**: To capture your exam activity

<Info>
  These permissions are only active during the quiz and are used solely for exam integrity.
</Info>

### 2. Environment Check

The system checks your setup:

| Check              | What It Means                 |
| ------------------ | ----------------------------- |
| Camera detected    | Your webcam is working        |
| Screen share ready | Screen capture is enabled     |
| Single monitor     | Only one display is active    |
| Fullscreen ready   | You can enter fullscreen mode |

### 3. Enter Fullscreen

If required, click the button to enter fullscreen mode. The quiz runs in fullscreen to prevent distractions and ensure focus.

### 4. Begin the Quiz

Once all checks pass, you can start the quiz. The proctoring runs automatically in the background.

## During the Quiz

### What's Being Monitored

| Activity          | Why It's Monitored                 |
| ----------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| Screen content    | Verify you're working on the quiz  |
| Webcam feed       | Confirm your presence              |
| Tab switching     | Detect if you leave the quiz page  |
| Window focus      | Detect if you switch to other apps |
| Fullscreen status | Ensure focused exam environment    |

### What to Avoid

<Warning>
  The following actions may trigger anomaly flags:
</Warning>

* Switching to other browser tabs
* Opening other applications
* Leaving fullscreen mode
* Using copy/paste shortcuts
* Opening developer tools
* Having other people visible on camera
* Looking away from the screen for extended periods

### If You See a Warning

If you accidentally trigger a warning:

1. **Don't panic** - warnings can be dismissed
2. **Return to the quiz** - click back to fullscreen if prompted
3. **Continue working** - focus on completing your exam
4. **Explain if needed** - contact your instructor if you had a legitimate interruption

## After the Quiz

When you submit your quiz:

1. Proctoring stops automatically
2. Your captures are securely stored
3. Your instructor can review if needed

You cannot access or delete your proctoring data - it's managed by your institution.

## Using Safe Exam Browser (Optional)

Some quizzes may require or recommend Safe Exam Browser (SEB).

### What is SEB?

Safe Exam Browser is a secure browser that:

* Locks your computer to the exam
* Prevents access to other applications
* Blocks keyboard shortcuts
* Disables copy/paste

### How to Use SEB

1. When prompted, click **Open in Safe Exam Browser**
2. A configuration file downloads automatically
3. Open the file to launch SEB
4. Complete the quiz within SEB
5. SEB closes automatically when you submit

<Note>
  If SEB is required, you cannot take the quiz in a regular browser.
</Note>

## Troubleshooting

### Camera not working

* Check that no other app is using your camera
* Try refreshing the page
* Ensure camera permissions are enabled in your browser

### Screen sharing fails

* Use Chrome or Firefox for best compatibility
* Select "Entire Screen" when prompted
* Don't select a specific window

### Multiple monitor error

* Disconnect external monitors
* On a laptop, close the lid of external display
* Disable extended display in system settings

### Fullscreen keeps exiting

* Don't press Escape
* Avoid pressing F11
* Keep the mouse within the browser window

### Quiz terminated unexpectedly

* Contact your instructor immediately
* Explain what happened
* They can review the proctoring data and determine next steps

## Privacy Information

Your proctoring data:

* Is used only for exam integrity purposes
* Is securely stored with encryption
* Is accessible only to authorized instructors
* Is retained according to your institution's policy

If you have concerns about proctoring, contact your instructor before starting the quiz.

## Getting Help

If you experience technical issues during a proctored quiz:

1. Note the error message if any
2. Take a screenshot if possible
3. Contact your instructor or course support
4. Explain what happened and when