🚨 Avoid this mistake! How to disable predictive text software for an online test

In this video, we’ll talk about predictive text software (like Grammarly and others), which is not allowed while taking the Duolingo English Test and many other online tests. This could risk your certification! Learn what it is, why we don’t allow it, and how to uninstall or disable these programs on your computer before the test. Don't worry, you can easily reinstall it again afterwards! Best piece of advice: If you have any programs that perform spell check, grammar check, or makes suggestions for style, you need to make sure that is disabled or uninstalled before starting your test session.
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  • @Zindzi-hf5br
    @Zindzi-hf5brАй бұрын

    This should be shown before an exam. To pay for this again feels like a scam since we didn’t even use these apps but they were installed in computers

  • @rahilj
    @rahilj Жыл бұрын

    This should be shown in the exam it self.

  • @sassyqueen9739
    @sassyqueen97399 ай бұрын

    My exam wasn't certified due to this feature. I fail to understand why it wasn't mentioned beforehand.

  • @Ovin18

    @Ovin18

    9 ай бұрын

    Today I took a test and I also messed up. Grammarly was open while I was taking the test. I think it will not get certified.

  • @nikapata

    @nikapata

    8 ай бұрын

    please tell me if it got certified or not and if not what did u do? were u blocked? im having the same issue and im scared@@Ovin18

  • @sachinisamudra3574

    @sachinisamudra3574

    8 ай бұрын

    ⁠@@Ovin18This happened to me today. Can you please tell me did the exam certified?? Did you get the chance to retake the exam. I didn’t know grammerly is going to open while doing the exam. Did they banned your account?? Please reply me because I’m really stressed right now

  • @gaarayt4696

    @gaarayt4696

    7 ай бұрын

    Hey what happened I had a similar problem @@sachinisamudra3574

  • @RiyaGaonkar-qv5od

    @RiyaGaonkar-qv5od

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@gaarayt4696did your account got blocked due to this or just the results only got invalid please tell me

  • @i-love-maths
    @i-love-maths7 ай бұрын

    why not show this before test.... why 🙂

  • @neerajthavidaboina6423
    @neerajthavidaboina6423 Жыл бұрын

    Now you are explaining how to disable the predictive text its so late , damage is already done and not mentioned this rule in the rules and regulations while writing test.

  • @YenghoOmoba

    @YenghoOmoba

    8 ай бұрын

    Yes too late, its unfair

  • @shanaiyaazavedo1312
    @shanaiyaazavedo13128 ай бұрын

    Is there any way to check whether my laptop is compatible to take the DET? How do I do so?

  • @khan-up6vd
    @khan-up6vd8 ай бұрын

    Madam students who belong to developing countries some time do not have these equipments you showed in this video is it possible to participate in this test with just smart phone is it ok

  • @mohammedsalahuddin9014
    @mohammedsalahuddin9014 Жыл бұрын

    Hi.. maam In writing section I'm reaching only 60-70 words in 5 Min. , Does I have to improve my typing speed or its enough. ?

  • @binduk2437
    @binduk24379 ай бұрын

    I dont have extra protection apps but in system there is inbult windows security is there how i disable this

  • @willibass2
    @willibass25 ай бұрын

    Can you explain me please why the predictive function on Gboard disappeared when I was continuing in Duolingo diamond final tournament? Thanks

  • @charankumar3043
    @charankumar3043 Жыл бұрын

    How to keep good lighting while exam? I had got test invalid due to too dark ness

  • @christy3668
    @christy36688 ай бұрын

    Did anyone's exam got rejected by written section error.If so please help how to avoid it.

  • @johnpaula.k.ajontez431
    @johnpaula.k.ajontez431Ай бұрын

    Hi ,I would like to know which input method should I use during duolingo test?

  • @johnpaula.k.ajontez431
    @johnpaula.k.ajontez431Ай бұрын

    I would like to know if the mac magic bar is available on my windows pc,what should i do?

  • @user-nb4rm3ms9p
    @user-nb4rm3ms9p6 ай бұрын

    USING Phone to connect to WI-FI on my LAPTOP, is still an external device? and still DISQUALIFY? Because I only have my phone to connect to as a Wifi and Connect to the internet. ASAP. But i put my phone another room so it won't interrupt with me.

  • @mrmaslanoempire5766
    @mrmaslanoempire57664 ай бұрын

    Hey Caroline what is Doulingo told u to Appeal ur results because of the voice of me they’re saying it’s not mine what would be the consequences. Kindly advise me wat should I do

  • @cezarcamelo
    @cezarcamelo Жыл бұрын

    For a test? ok. For a usual daily lesson? I'm afraid I have to disagree. My French improved extremely fast using this feature. It makes learning more dynamic.

  • @preranakara1841
    @preranakara18414 ай бұрын

    I have java,python and vscode files as iam a cse student.will this programs makes my test invalid?

  • @yohanisdesalegn1377
    @yohanisdesalegn1377 Жыл бұрын

    How to close all programs don't obvious for me

  • @VijayKumar-gl8wg
    @VijayKumar-gl8wg Жыл бұрын

    I'm unable to display the grammarly permanently

  • @khan-up6vd
    @khan-up6vd8 ай бұрын

    I am needy mam there is a option in delingou for needy people Madam can you make video for those students who are needy and can not pay

  • @USB3.2
    @USB3.25 ай бұрын

    you could also disable an extension

  • @hennahkamara712
    @hennahkamara7122 ай бұрын

    my test was not certified because i had program running in the background.

  • @Movies-hr8wk
    @Movies-hr8wk Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait to see your other videos.

  • @stephenocira9252
    @stephenocira9252 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this information , I almost messed up with this text suggestion , I never knew it was against the rule.

  • @_efayy

    @_efayy

    4 ай бұрын

    Hey, did you still get certified?

  • @stephenocira9252

    @stephenocira9252

    4 ай бұрын

    @@_efayy mmm I turned it off earlier, even during practice. The problem I encountered was, my room wasn't visible enough. So I had to redo the test

  • @_efayy

    @_efayy

    4 ай бұрын

    All right, thank you

  • @stephenocira9252

    @stephenocira9252

    4 ай бұрын

    @@_efayy even after retaking the test, the photo was clear again i had to retake the photo the following day before my result could be released. But I'm happy that i didn't meet any other cost such as for retaking the test. The test is easy when you practice daily, the challenging part is writing since most of us are slow is typing . U need to practice typing skills when u have turned off auto correct settings, spelling, and grammar from your computer. At least if u can type 60-65 words per minute correctly, you are good to go.

  • @zahidnabi4371
    @zahidnabi4371 Жыл бұрын

    can we sit for exam in cognito mode in google chrome under windows operating system

  • @DuolingoEnglishTest

    @DuolingoEnglishTest

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi! The test is actually taken on a desktop app that you download to your computer, so your internet browser won't matter. You can definitely use a Windows operating system. Make sure you aren't running any other programs when you take the test; this video has instructions for how to do that on Windows: kzread.info/dash/bejne/X2xmtsGqc7eZc7w.html&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE

  • @_efayy
    @_efayy4 ай бұрын

    I understand exactly how you feel and I feel the same too

  • @marwaali2926
    @marwaali2926 Жыл бұрын

    Although I did thsse steps which you mentioned in this video still I reciev that test is not valid I dont know what should I do?

  • @YenghoOmoba

    @YenghoOmoba

    8 ай бұрын

    Same here, I think this who stuff dont work, I am so angry I got two of my test not certified .

  • @kashifkawish1109
    @kashifkawish110918 күн бұрын

    Why not you add a system check step before start of test. It is so unfair you dont issue results on the basis that test can not be certified without providing any evidence of violation of rules.

  • @itis5931
    @itis5931 Жыл бұрын

    On windows 7, I should do anything?

  • @bikepackermahbub8713
    @bikepackermahbub8713 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @solotonoko7229
    @solotonoko72293 ай бұрын

    I took the test 3 times still can’t be certified and can’t understand what’s wrong, they really clearly want us just to pay more for the every single test already paid almost $300 and will have to pay more.. this is so frustrating.

  • @DuolingoEnglishTest

    @DuolingoEnglishTest

    3 ай бұрын

    Hello! Thanks for reaching out. We can assist you through our dedicated support channels. Please contact englishtest-support@duolingo.com or live chat with us in your account: go.duolingo.com/supportchat

  • @_efayy
    @_efayy4 ай бұрын

    The problem I have now is that I didn’t know my in-built prediction key was on before the exam, it was a borrowed laptop and I had no idea she had that on. I never clicked on the predicted words and the spell checker was not active, I’m just wondering if that could affect my certification?

  • @scarlet7766

    @scarlet7766

    4 ай бұрын

    Can I ask? What happened? Did you have a second chance? I didn't realize that I had grammarly on the laptop I borrowed and it was too late to close the exam 😭😭😭 I didn't use it but in scared of the result...

  • @_efayy

    @_efayy

    4 ай бұрын

    The thing is I’m still in this situation, my result comes out tomorrow… that’s when I’ll know for sure and I’ll keep you posted

  • @scarlet7766

    @scarlet7766

    4 ай бұрын

    ​@@_efayy thank you so much... it means a lot to me... I am genuinely having a panic attack right now im scared if I wont get the chance to have a retake... They didn't really specifically told us to "disable" applications. I followed all their rules and I just unintentionally messed one up... im so frustrated right now...

  • @_efayy

    @_efayy

    4 ай бұрын

    The test did not get certified

  • @scarlet7766

    @scarlet7766

    4 ай бұрын

    ​@@_efayy oh nooo :(( did you retake? Can you file a retake?

  • @Ovin18
    @Ovin189 ай бұрын

    Today I took a test and later realised that fu**ing grammarly was on. The moment I realised I could not quit the test.

  • @Ovin18

    @Ovin18

    9 ай бұрын

    Wasted 5k

  • @analu2821

    @analu2821

    8 ай бұрын

    Hello, I was wondering what happened afterwards? This happened to me today as well

  • @Ovin18

    @Ovin18

    7 ай бұрын

    @@analu2821 failed the test. Then again paid fees and appeared and passed. Scored 130/160

  • @Akash-rp1of

    @Akash-rp1of

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@@analu2821do you get your score

  • @harshithteetla
    @harshithteetla Жыл бұрын

    Hello mam, few days back i written my Duolingo test today I got the result that you have used predictive text, proofreading software, I didn't used any of it and I'm completely unaware of it and I also got the mail that you can't take the text again did my account got banned or I can retake the exam, what should I appeal for it please reply my comment, Thank you

  • @TeTe-ux3xy

    @TeTe-ux3xy

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi any updates?

  • @neerajthavidaboina6423

    @neerajthavidaboina6423

    Жыл бұрын

    Is your account resoved

  • @mohammedamir285
    @mohammedamir285 Жыл бұрын

    While I was writing my test unintentionally my grammarly app symbol comes up in the English duolingo test will this makes my test invalid

  • @hamzaalsairafi1

    @hamzaalsairafi1

    Жыл бұрын

    What happened after, did you receive the results or not ?

  • @mohammedamir285

    @mohammedamir285

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hamzaalsairafi1 invalid

  • @hamzaalsairafi1

    @hamzaalsairafi1

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you take another test or banned

  • @mohammedamir285

    @mohammedamir285

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hamzaalsairafi1 no I have already purchased and the test 2 times and wasted my money so I don’t wanna waste the money again thats why I am trying to write bahot her test i.e Pte or ielts somewhat hard and expensive but they tells u how is your English as these test are there to show just the proficiency of English rather than making invalidations.

  • @hamzaalsairafi1

    @hamzaalsairafi1

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you !, I’m wondering did they give you band or just invalidating your results ?

  • @BashirAbioye-yg7qg
    @BashirAbioye-yg7qg3 ай бұрын

    They are scammers. Be careful with this test. They will collect your money and later say your test could not be certified and that you buy another test.

  • @Artiomtalmaci
    @Artiomtalmaci Жыл бұрын

    Nice

  • @Gadgetzifi
    @Gadgetzifi8 ай бұрын

    This should have shown before the exam... i dint know grammerly was in my laptop. Because of that my exam was not certified and i lost 5k

  • @RiyaGaonkar-qv5od

    @RiyaGaonkar-qv5od

    7 ай бұрын

    But your account was not blocked right

  • @inakigarrido6486
    @inakigarrido64863 ай бұрын

    This rules for taking the exam should be like the very first thing one finds at your page.

  • @DuolingoEnglishTest

    @DuolingoEnglishTest

    3 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your feedback! We'll make sure to make the test guidelines more visible for future test takers. Good luck on your exam!

  • @MJacques
    @MJacques9 ай бұрын

    Do you know something and you describe it to others if you do it quickly they don’t know and so they have a hard time or I should say I have a hard time following you because you’re talking because you know how to do it got to slow down please I don’t wanna keep watching the same video over and over

  • @businesspowerzone
    @businesspowerzoneАй бұрын

    Dear Duolingo team, it is nonsense that you don't have a system to show which program is running and detected before starting the exam. Isn't it something that your system should already detect before the exam starts??!! I closed all the programs as far as I am aware and restarted the computer to make sure, but still, it said, "Not certified due to another program,"! What is the reason or the technological difficulties that you cannot inform us which program was running before the exam started, BUT you can do that after the test? Most of the students would not do it on purpose. However, It is hard to believe that your company does not even build the basic system and sell the product. I found that many people have left the same comments below since last year; I would like to have your company's answer to these questions/complaints/doubts.

  • @sankarganeshduraivelu9151
    @sankarganeshduraivelu91513 ай бұрын

    why not show this before test.... this is totally unfair. taking away money and efforts from students

  • @mohdzakir2742
    @mohdzakir2742 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Ma'am this is Mohd From India Few days ago I had duolingo test which I purchased from my new Email address after writting the exam my is result shows ""You may not take the Duolingo English Test using multiple accounts with different email addresses. Please only take the test using your original account. Any test taken with an account other than your original account will be invalidated. Contact customer support if you do not know which account to use."" Please help me out from this I'm not aware of this before purchasing test please do something or help me on this issue. Please reply me ASAP Thanks and regards

  • @nutritionist_Sehrish

    @nutritionist_Sehrish

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes please same problem with me I took two days ago . When it was the time of result they said you used multiple accounts and your account has been blocked and you can not take the test by using multiple accounts

  • @nutritionist_Sehrish

    @nutritionist_Sehrish

    Жыл бұрын

    Please help me toooo

  • @nutritionist_Sehrish

    @nutritionist_Sehrish

    Жыл бұрын

    @mohd zaker have sorted you problem