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What Canvas proctoring settings control

Most instructors reviewing canvas quiz proctoring options want to know what Canvas enforces by itself and what needs a third-party tool. Canvas can require an access code, restrict a quiz to certain IP addresses, limit the time allowed, show one question at a time and shuffle answer order. These settings control who can start a quiz and how questions are presented, but they do not watch what a student does during the attempt.

Access codes control who can start a quiz but do not monitor behavior during it.
IP address restrictions limit access to specific networks, such as a campus network.
One-question-at-a-time display and time limits reduce how much of the quiz a student can see at once.
Lockdown tools are separate products, so confirm with your instructor whether they are required.

Example Canvas quiz proctoring practice questions

Which Canvas quiz setting limits access to students connecting from a specific network?IP address restriction. It controls where a quiz can be started from, based on the network address.

What is the main limitation of an access code as a proctoring measure?It controls who can start the quiz but does not monitor what happens during the attempt.

What does Respondus LockDown Browser do during a Canvas quiz?It restricts the student's browser so other tabs and applications cannot be opened during the quiz.

Why does one-question-at-a-time display make copying harder?Students see only the current question, so they cannot easily compare the whole quiz with a shared answer key or outside notes.

Does shuffling answer order stop students from sharing answers?Only partly. Shuffled answers make letter-based answer sharing less useful, but they do not prevent other forms of cheating.

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Export to PDF or DOCX to study offline. On Pro, export QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML files for platforms that accept them.

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Add the readings, lecture slides or notes your Canvas quiz will cover.

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Practice and review

Work through the questions, read the explanations and revisit weak spots with spaced repetition.

Tools such as Respondus LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor are separate products that can be connected to Canvas quizzes. Your institution decides whether they are required, so check your course settings and syllabus before an exam. Knowing which settings apply to a given quiz makes it easier to prepare students for what they will see on test day.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between an access code and a lockdown browser on a Canvas quiz?

An access code is a password that lets students start the quiz, while a lockdown browser is separate software that restricts what the computer can do during the attempt. Access codes do not monitor activity once the quiz has started.

How should I study for a timed, proctored quiz?

Practice with questions written from the same readings and slides, and time yourself so the pace feels familiar. Review explanations for every wrong answer and revisit those topics with spaced repetition.

Can I export practice questions to use in Canvas?

Yes, QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML export are available on the Pro plan. Check with your instructor before importing any practice material into a graded course.

Is DeckOwl a proctoring tool?

No, DeckOwl does not monitor students during a quiz. It generates practice quizzes and flashcards from your own study material so you can prepare.

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