Equipment

• Computer: Desktop/laptop with Windows® operating system version 10, 8 or 7, or a Mac® computer with Windows installed
• Browser: Chrome™ or Firefox® browser
• Install the ETS Test Browser

  To fully install, be sure to run the .exe file after downloading. Having issues installing it? Follow these troubleshooting steps (PDF).

• Speaker: internal or external; not part of a headset
• Microphone: internal or external; not part of a headset
• Camera: internal or external, to show a 360-degree view of room
• Complete the ProctorU® Systems Check from the computer you’ll use to test

Environment

• Testing Area: a private space, free of people and distractions
• Seating:

  a cleared desk or tabletop surface where you can place your computer, with a standard chair (no bed, couch or overstuffed chair)

• Note-taking materials small desktop whiteboard or paper with transparent sheet protector and erasable marker

Registration

• Log in to your ETS account to start your registration and pay for your test. Note that you’ll choose your test date and time in a later step.
• Wait for an email from ProctorU with the link and temporary password to access your new ProctorU account.
• Use your ProctorU account to schedule your test date and time, and complete your registration.

• Check for the ProctorU confirmation email.

Test Day

• Dress appropriately — make sure your ears and face remain visible throughout the test; don’t wear jewelry, tie clips or other accessories.
• Clear your computer area of all items not approved for use during your test.
• Log in to your ProctorU account at your appointment time to start your session.

• Complete the check-in steps with the proctor.

• Launch the ETS Test Browser when directed to by the proctor. The proctor will provide the password.