It is not be used in other areas of Canvas. Respondus LockDown Browser is only used for Canvas tests. If a Canvas exam requires that Respondus LockDown Browser be used, you will not be able to take the test with a standard web browser. It prevents you from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during an assessment. Respondus LockDown Browser™ is a secure browser for taking exams in Canvas.
Use one of these Quick Start Guides from Respondus to learn how to install and use Monitor: When Respondus Monitor is enabled for a quiz or exam, students are required to use a webcam and microphone with Lockdown Browser. After the quiz is complete, an instructor can review recorded details of the assessment, with the videos available.
It is an additional feature of Respondus LockDown Browser that uses a webcam to provide synchronous test proctoring. Respondus Monitor is an online test proctoring software system integrated into Canvas. Using Respondus Monitor and LockDown Browser to take exams Respondus Monitor for students Using Respondus Monitor and LockDown Browser to take exams.