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# How SmarterProctoring Automated Proctoring Works

By Jason Fill  -  Sep 8,   2020

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A question we often hear is, "How does SmarterProctoring Automated Proctoring Work?" When it comes to automated proctoring, you want an easy-to-use, flexible, and creditable system that fits the needs of both your students and your faculty members. 

[Watch this video](https://youtu.be/FS_NQNIQtqQ) to learn how [SmarterProctoring Automated Proctoring](https://smarterservices.com/smarterproctoring) works and how you can use it at your institution for your students.

Looking for a specific answer to your question? Check out the list of items we cover below for the corresponding times that it's talked about in our video. 

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### Video Overview

0:00 - 0:55: **How to Set Up Your SmarterProctoring Exam**

- Where you can find exam details
- How the proctored exam will work

0:34 - 0:49: **How to Connect to a SmarterProctoring Support Agent During an Exam**

1:06 - 2:02: **How to Perform a System and Settings Check**

- How to ensure your system meets minimum specification required to take your SmarterProctoring exam 
- How to Modify your input devices (webcam, microphone, and internet connection) before your SmarterProctoring exam

2:03 - 3:34 **Information about Consenting to Record**

- Where to find and confirm information about the consent to record on a SmarterProctoring exam
- How to share your screen to be recorded during your SmarterProctoring exam

3:35 - 4:49: **How to Perform Your ID Verification and Room Scan**

- How to take a photo of yourself for ID Verification for your exam
- How to take a government ID photo for verification for your exam 
- How to take a room scan for your exam 

4:50 - 7:16: **How to Start Your SmarterProctoring Exam**

- How to input your exam password to start your exam
- What to do if you are having issues with your exam password

7:17 - 7:42: **How to Navigate During the Exam**

- When does the timer begin? 
- How to unlock your exam if you navigate away from it during your session

7:43 - 9:39: **How to End Your Automated Proctoring Exam**

- How to Stop your automated proctoring once you are finished with your exam 
- How to know if your session is completed and saved

### **Questions?**

**If you're a student** and have any further questions about navigating through your SmarterProctoring exam, please [click here](https://smarterservices.com/contact) to reach out to our support team. 

**If you're a leader at your institution** and would like more information on how SmarterProctoring Automated Proctoring can benefit your school, please [click here to reach out](https://smarterservices.com/contact) to us or [click here to schedule a free demo](https://smarterservices.com/smarterproctoring).

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