How to Configure a Camera/Mic to Be Used for Proctored Test

This article will explain how to choose and configure a camera/microphone (from multiple) that will be used for proctored tests.

 

In Google Chrome Browser

 

Configure a camera; If several cameras are connected to the computer:

1. Click on the camera icon on the right side of the address bar and go to the settings by clicking the Manage button (Windows and Linux) or the Manage multimedia device settings button (MacOS).

2. In the settings, select Camera.

3. In the drop-down menu, select the desired camera.

 

After changing the settings, you need to refresh the test page.

 

Configuring the microphone

If several microphones are connected, you should follow the same steps for the Microphone item.

 

In Mozilla Firefox Browser

When starting a proctored test, you need to allow the use of a camera and microphone. Before you allow them to use them, you can choose the desired one from several in the dropdown menu.

 

Once you choose the desired ones, click the Allow button.

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