How to Install Respondus Lockdown Browser on Chromebook
Respondus Lockdown Browser is a popular tool used by educators to ensure that online exams are taken in a secure and controlled environment. If you are a Chromebook user and looking to install Respondus Lockdown Browser, you’re in luck! This article will guide you through the process step by step.
Before you begin, make sure you have the following prerequisites:
- A Chromebook with Chrome OS version 58 or higher
- The Respondus Lockdown Browser extension for Chrome
Step 1: Open the Chrome Web Store
On your Chromebook, click on the search bar at the bottom of the screen and type “Chrome Web Store” to open the Chrome Web Store.
Step 2: Search for Respondus Lockdown Browser
In the search bar at the top of the Chrome Web Store, type “Respondus Lockdown Browser” and press Enter.
Step 3: Find and select the extension
Scroll through the search results and find the “Respondus Lockdown Browser” extension. Click on the extension to open its page.
Step 4: Click on “Add to Chrome”
On the extension’s page, click on the “Add to Chrome” button. A confirmation window will appear, asking you to confirm the addition of the extension. Click “Add extension” to proceed.
Step 5: Install the extension
Once you have clicked “Add extension,” the extension will be added to your Chromebook. You may see a confirmation message at the top of the screen, indicating that the extension has been added successfully.
Step 6: Configure the extension
After installing the extension, you may need to configure it to work with your institution’s online exam platform. To do this, follow these steps:
- Open a new tab in Chrome.
- Go to your institution’s online exam platform.
- Look for the Respondus Lockdown Browser icon (usually located at the top right corner of the screen) and click on it.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the extension for your institution’s platform.
Step 7: Test the extension
Once the extension is configured, it’s a good idea to test it to ensure that it works correctly. Try launching an online exam and see if the Lockdown Browser features are functioning as expected.
And that’s it! You have successfully installed and configured the Respondus Lockdown Browser on your Chromebook. Now you can take online exams with peace of mind, knowing that your Chromebook is secure and in compliance with your institution’s requirements.
