What activity does LockDown Browser track?

Respondus LockDown Browser tracks activities by locking down your computer to prevent other apps, websites, printing, or copying during an exam, while the optional Respondus Monitor uses your webcam and microphone to record you, flagging suspicious actions like looking away, background noise, or multiple people present, providing instructors with video/event logs to review for potential academic dishonesty.

What can a LockDown Browser see?

What can LockDown Browser see? LockDown Browser can see and monitor the on-screen activities of the student during an exam. It restricts the ability to browse the internet, access other applications, and use screen-sharing functionalities.

Does the LockDown Browser flag for noise?

Comments Section Soo glad I graduated before AI took off. Monitor does. Lockdown browser does not. Monitor will flag human faces, excessive movement, sounds, etc. then it's up to the reviewer to review each flag. It would be repeatedly flagged to the prof.

Does the LockDown Browser watch you on camera?

You may be required to use LockDown Browser with a webcam, which will record you during an online, nonproctored exam. (The webcam feature is sometimes referred to as Respondus Monitor.) Your computer must have: A functioning webcam and microphone.

Does the LockDown Browser detect the second Monitor?

Respondus LockDown Browser is intentionally designed not to support multiple monitors. It disables secondary displays to prevent cheating by restricting access to other resources. However, you can still use it on your larger monitor by making sure it's set as your primary display.

Does Respondus LockDown Browser track eye movement

Does Respondus track eye movement?

Does Respondus Track Eye Movement? As you use the Respondus LockDown Browser, it will track your eye movements. Before beginning the exam or test session, students must have their camera set up so that it captures their entire face, eyes, and all.

Can proctored exams detect two monitors?

Multiple monitors/displays are not supported. If you have more than one monitor, you will need to disconnect all but one.

What is flagged on Respondus LockDown Browser?

Respondus will record student movements and will automatically flag the exam if a student leaves the view, if their eyes wander, or if another person comes into the screen.

Do proctored exams detect eye movement?

AI proctoring can identify a variety of behaviors during an exam session to ensure exam integrity. It can detect unusual eye movements, frequent head turning, and prolonged absence from the screen. It monitors for multiple faces appearing on screen, unauthorized talking, and the presence of prohibited materials.

Do professors actually check proctorio?

Students should treat their Proctorio exam just like an exam they would take in the testing center. If any issues are found in a Proctorio exam, a report is sent to the professor to review. If the activity is deemed as any form of academic dishonesty, the Honor Code Office will be notified.

How strict is the LockDown Browser?

Students are unable to open any browser other than the LockDown browser on the device they are using. This disallows them from searching for answers online while taking the exam. Also, students are not allowed to open other applications unless the professor specifically and selectable permits them to.

Can you wear headphones on a LockDown Browser?

Follow these guidelines when preparing for an exam using Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor: Select a quiet location where you won't be disturbed or interrupted (no talking with others, headphones, or other communication devices are allowed while using Respondus).

Can Canvas see if you switch tabs if not proctored?

Similarly, Canvas does not natively detect tab switching during non-proctored quizzes. But with proctoring tools enabled, any attempts by students to switch tabs or browse unauthorized websites can be identified and prevented. Students are locked into the Canvas tab running the online test.

Can my teacher see me on the LockDown Browser?

Yes, teachers can see you on Lockdown Browser, especially if the instructor uses Respondus Monitor, which uses your webcam to record and flag suspicious activity (like looking away, other people entering the room, or accessing other apps) for review, or through Live Proctoring, where they watch you in real-time via video conferencing (Zoom, Teams). While LockDown Browser alone locks your computer, the combined Monitor feature provides the video surveillance. 

What does it look like when the LockDown Browser is recording?

If a student's activities must be recorded to avoid exam dishonesty, a lockdown browser can record the student, and you will see a recording icon on your screen. The recording will start immediately after the instructor sends you the download link, and the recorded exam will begin on the Lockdown Browser.

Do all LockDown browsers record you?

YES, the LockDown Browser does record the user.

LockDown Browser cannot activate a user's webcam or microphone without permission. It is not a remote proctoring tool.

Can I hit my vape during a proctored exam?

No, you generally cannot vape during a proctored exam; most proctoring services and test centers explicitly forbid smoking, vaping, and tobacco products, even for remote exams, viewing them as distractions or security risks, so you should check your specific exam rules but expect it to be prohibited. 

What triggers the proctorio flag?

Common Reasons for Flags

Here are some typical triggers that might raise a digital eyebrow from Proctorio: Looking away from the screen (even briefly) Background movement (like someone walking by) Sudden noises (a doorbell, your pet, or your sibling)

What is suspicious behavior on LockDown Browser?

Automated Video Analysis will automatically flag suspicious behavior during an exam. For example, if a student leaves the computer for a bit, or if a different person appears in the webcam recording during an exam, it will get flagged for the instructor.

Can Respondus detect phone use?

Yes, Respondus Monitor is designed to detect phones and other handheld devices during exams by flagging suspicious activity like using secondary devices, even if only partially visible, using AI to spot them in webcam footage. While LockDown Browser itself secures the primary computer, Monitor provides the video proctoring that spots phones, which are generally not allowed and can lead to flagged results for instructors to review. 

Does Respondus flag you for eye movement?

The Strict sensitivity setting detects when portions of the face have moved outside of the video frame, or when both eyes of the test taker aren't visible. When this occurs, a Partial Missing flag will appear in the proctoring results.

Can proctored exams detect phones?

Yes — AI proctoring can detect phones in online exams, and it's surprisingly smarter than most students think.

Can Respondus LockDown Browser detect a second monitor?

Students may not use more than one monitor when taking tests using Respondus Lockdown Browser. Before beginning, disconnect the additional monitors and then open LockDown Browser.

What should you not do in a proctored exam?

In a proctored exam, you should not use unauthorized materials (notes, phones, other devices), communicate with anyone, leave the testing area without permission, look off-screen excessively, talk or read aloud, have other people or pets in view, or use unauthorized software/websites; these actions often lead to immediate exam termination and potential score loss.