Before taking exams

Is it necessary to have Examena app installed before taking online exams?

Yes, it is mandatory to have Examena app installed in prior taking closed-book exams. However, you can take open-book exams in the web portal via browser.

What steps should I take if the Examena app installation on my Mac laptop is stuck?

Complete the following steps to continue the installation:

1.   On your Mac laptop, navigate to System Settings.

2.   Search for Login Items on your laptop.

3.   Find AvePoint, Inc. and click the toggle to the right to allow it in the background.

Allow AvePoint, Inc. in the background.

4.   Continue the installation.

If the installation process remains unresponsive, terminate it and reinstall the Examena app.

If the issue persists, please reach out to MaivenPoint for support.

What should I do if Examena Update Service cannot be connected when launching Examena app on my Windows laptop?

Refer to the steps below to start the Examena Update Service.

1.   Open Task manager on your laptop, find the update service under the Services tab.

2.   Right-click it and click Start to start the update service.

Start Examena Update Service.

If the update service cannot be started, it is recommended that you uninstall Examena app and then install it again.

How to turn on my camera?

If you are using a Windows laptop, refer to the steps below to turn on camera.

1.   Open Settings on your laptop, navigate to Privacy > Camera. Make sure the following settings are turned on:

Allow access to your camera.

    Allow apps to access your camera

    Allow desktop apps to access your camera

2.   Open the camera on your laptop to ensure it functions well.

3.   If multiple cameras are connected to your laptop, choose an alternative camera to use.

If you are using a Mac laptop, refer to the steps below to turn on camera.

1.   Open the camera on your laptop to ensure it functions well.

2.   If multiple cameras are connected to your laptop, choose an alternative camera to use.

Is it necessary to complete sample exams and how to take them?

The answer is definitely yes. The sample exam exercise is meant to:

    Test your laptop to ensure it meets all requirements of Examena app for properly taking the online exam.

    Allow you to experience a trial examination session by answering questions from a sample online exam paper that has no impact on your actual course results.

It is strongly recommended that you practice and become familiar with sample exams prior to actual online exams. Refer to How to take a sample exam? for details about how to take a sample exam.

Why are some exams not shown up in Examena app?

Only closed-book exams are displayed in Examena app. To view all of your exams, please visit Examena web portal.