> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://academy.synap.ac/doc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://academy.synap.ac/doc/exams/proctoring-with-synoptic/monitoring-levels-and-review.md).

# Monitoring Levels & Review

Higher monitoring levels provide more comprehensive evidence for review but require additional device permissions, internet bandwidth and system resources.

<table><thead><tr><th width="217.65887451171875">Monitoring Level</th><th>Features</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>No Recording</strong></td><td><ul><li>No screenshots, webcam images or recordings are collected during the exam.</li><li>Event logs are still available for review.</li><li>Suitable for organisations that require security controls without post-exam review</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Recreation &#x26; Snapshots</strong></td><td><ul><li>Screen screenshots and webcam snapshots are captured approximately every 5-8 seconds.</li><li><p>Includes the Synap recreation replay.</p><ul><li>Recreation = a reconstruction of the candidate's activity within Synap based on captured events and site activity. <strong>It does not show other sites or tabs.</strong></li></ul></li><li>Provides a complete audit trail without storing continuous video recordings.</li></ul></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Video &#x26; Audio Recording</strong></td><td><p></p><ul><li>Provides continuous recording throughout the assessment.</li><li>Screen and webcam monitoring can be configured independently.</li><li>Webcam recording always includes audio recording.</li><li>Supports screen-only, webcam-only or combined recording.</li><li>Supports Live Proctoring when at least one video recording source is enabled.</li></ul><p></p><p><mark style="background-color:yellow;"><strong>At least one type of video recording required for Live proctoring</strong></mark> </p></td></tr></tbody></table>

Pricing is based on the selected Monitoring Level and is charged per started 4-hour assessment session. Where multiple monitoring methods are used, the assessment will be classified and billed according to the **highest monitoring level enabled**. For example, if webcam monitoring uses Video & Audio Recording and screen monitoring uses Recreation & Snapshots, the assessment will be charged at the Video & Audio Recording rate.

### Configure Monitoring Level on Exams

From an exams proctoring page with any Install level selected any Monitoring level can be picked. Monitoring broken down further into the candidates screen vs webcam. Generally most proctored exams have the same level picked for screen and webcam but you can mix and match.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/OCsR1j1egDDifDW4Tkmc" alt=""><figcaption><p>Selecting an exams Monitoring level</p></figcaption></figure>

### Video Monitoring Candidates Live

When any of the video options are used (either Webcam, Screen or both) the option to live proctor candidates in real time will become available. Live proctoring allows you and your team to watch candidates in the exam, send warnings to candidates, leave notes and flags for the reset of your team reviewing the exam once it has finished.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/iA50Oiy6qoW2nWXlWAsX" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Learn more about Live proctoring below&#x20;

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[Live proctoring with Synoptic](/doc/exams/proctoring-with-synoptic/live-proctoring-with-synoptic.md)
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### Candidate Requirement Checks (Preflight)

Each of the different Monitoring levels have different requirements for candidates, device, internet connection, permissions, webcam / microphones. The candidates will be guided through what is required on the exam hall page by using the check requirements button. This button is active even before the exam is opened and can done multiple times (for example if the candidate changes their device.&#x20;

Where full Video Recording & Audio is being used candidates will have to:&#x20;

* Grant webcam access&#x20;
* Grant screen sharing access
* Test microphone

Additional requirements depend on the Install level, and all candidates will only be required to do what is configured for their specific exam. We'd recommend candidates do these checks in advance of their exam opening, they will have to do them to start the exam. However doing them early gives them time to resolve any hardware issues or access required for exam day.&#x20;

There are no additional charges, candidates can do the requirement checks as many times as they need.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/K2NeCxx8kdQ38tfN77cn" alt=""><figcaption><p>Candidate requirement / preflight checks</p></figcaption></figure>

Depending on your and your candidates system configuration you may need to make sure Google Chrome has permissions granted to screen record. Some school or business devices have this disabled by default.&#x20;

<details>

<summary>Enable Google Chrome screen recording on MacOS</summary>

[Step by step guide](https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/mac-help/mchld6aa7d23/mac)

<img src="/files/wAnPnTyUJuKQPoxVWbTj" alt="" data-size="original">

</details>

<details>

<summary>Enable Google Chrome screen recording on Windows</summary>

[Step by step guide](https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/office/troubleshoot-camera-microphone-and-screen-recording-permissions-for-stream-on-sharepoint-4b5ba409-0651-4416-8112-c0019a7f85dd)

</details>

You can try multiple different Monitoring level Synoptic exams yourself anytime by creating an account on [universe.synap.ac](https://universe.synap.ac/) or clicking [this link](https://universe.synap.ac/join/lSIzStVUBpl). See the video below for a demonstration of a candidate getting set up with an exam requiring webcam and screen access.&#x20;

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Synoptic Browser Extension Candidate Demonstration&#x20;
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## Reviewing Proctored Exams

From the attempt management table, select an attempt, use the actions button and select Proctor review to open the proctor review page.

<figure><img src="/files/71wpf0C847Rkl33VOzsy" alt=""><figcaption><p>Selecting an attempt to review</p></figcaption></figure>

The proctor review page shows you the monitoring selected as well as a detailed event log of interval checks, any warnings given during live proctoring and breaches (as configured per exam)&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/HNIo9akefjP2DhHwyFja" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Comments can be left by adding a review by your team against specific events or points during the attempt.

<figure><img src="/files/Th9VLq5FFNs8uY1zUzXd" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Toggle between the duration and actual time by clicking the duration timer, the time shown is for your specific timezone not the candidates. Additional playback controls to watch at higher speeds, rewind / fast forward by a few seconds.

<figure><img src="/files/cp4rOQpCgmqyfA4VGSt2" alt=""><figcaption><p>Additional playback controls</p></figcaption></figure>

Different Monitoring levels provide different evidence to review. See below for Video & Audio Recording review.&#x20;

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Video & Audio recording review demo
{% endembed %}

#### No Recording, Event Log Review

When the Monitoring level No recording is selected, there will be no images or videos to review. On the review side you still get the event log and can leave comments

<figure><img src="/files/MJaP2KS8RfX2LDIbFtSA" alt=""><figcaption><p>Review for a No recording Synoptic Review</p></figcaption></figure>


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