Respondus LockDown Browser is a secure browser used for taking online quizzes and exams in Canvas. It prevents the user from copying, printing, opening new tabs, or accessing other applications. Follow guide below to learn how to enable the LockDown Browser.
Instructors
Require LockDown Browser for an assessment
Step 1
In Canvas, open your course and click LockDown Browser in the navigation panel.
Step 2
Click the drop-down arrow to the left of the assessment name.
Step 3
Click Settings.
Step 4
Under LockDown Browser Settings, select Require Respondus LockDown Browser for this exam.
Step 5
Click Save and Close.
Upload a test or quiz using Respondus (test builder software)
Step 1
Ensure you have the latest version of Respondus with updated licensing (Canvas > Help > Faculty Resources > Downloads).
Step 2
Open Respondus, then click Open to select your test file.
Step 3
Go to the Preview & Publish tab.
Step 4
Click Publish to Canvas, then run the Publish Wizard.
Step 5
Follow the prompts to configure the server, select your course, and publish the quiz or question bank.
Students
Windows and macOS
Step 1
Log in to Canvas at canvas.wayne.edu.
Step 2
Click Help on the Global Navigation Panel, then choose Students: Links and Downloads.
Step 3
Scroll to Downloads and click Respondus LockDown Browser.
Step 4
On the Respondus page, review the License Agreement and click Install Now.
Step 5
The browser icon will appear on your desktop. Use this to log in to Canvas and begin exams.
Chromebook
Remove any previous LockDown Browser version and clear your cache and cookies before installing. Keep your Chromebook updated to the latest version.
Step 1
Follow the same download steps listed above for Windows/macOS.
Step 2
On the Respondus page, complete the Chromebook installation prompts.
Step 3
Navigate to your Canvas exam and click Start Quiz to launch the LockDown Browser.
Device compatibility
- Supported: Windows, macOS, Chromebook (recent versions), iPad
- Not Supported: Android devices
FAQ
Is Respondus Monitor required?
No. Respondus Monitor, which was used at Wayne State University (WSU) before Fall 2021, is no longer in use and is not required for any current WSU courses
Do I have to use LockDown Browser for all exams?
Only if required by your instructor
I’m using a device that’s not compatible. What can I do?
You can take your exam on campus at the Undergraduate Library, where LockDown Browser is installed. Reservations and safety protocols are required. Visit guides.lib.wayne.edu for details.
I used Respondus at another school. Can I reuse it at WSU?
No. Each institution uses a unique version of Respondus. You must download the WSU-specific version, though multiple versions can coexist on your device.
I received an error saying 'Respondus LockDown Browser Required' after installing.
Log out of Canvas, then clear your browser’s cache and cookies. Visit support.respondus.com for instructions.
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