Approved Testing Devices

You can run Bluebook™ on a Windows or Mac device, an iPad, or a school-managed Chromebook.

You cannot run Bluebook on a mobile phone.

Your device must be able to connect to Wi-Fi.

On test day, your device must be fully charged; it will need to stay on for 3–4 hours. We also recommend you bring your device’s power cord or a portable charger, but you might not have access to an outlet.

For Windows

• You need to be running Windows 10 or later.
• Your device needs 250 MB of available disk space for 1 exam, plus an additional 50 MB for each additional exam.
• If you’re testing with a laptop, external keyboards are not permitted.
• External mice are permitted.
• SAT: External keyboards are permitted for Windows tablets.

For Mac

• You need to be running macOS 11.4 or later.
• Your device needs 150 MB of available disk space for 1 exam, plus an additional 50 MB for each additional exam.
• If you’re testing with a laptop, external keyboards are not permitted.
• External mice are permitted.

For iPads

• You need to be running iPadOS 14 or later.
• Your device needs 150 MB of available disk space for 1 exam, plus an additional 50 MB for each additional exam.
• External mice are permitted.
• AP Exams: External keyboards are required for iPads.
• SAT: External keyboards are permitted for iPads.

For School-Managed Chromebooks

• You can only run Bluebook on a school-managed Chromebook—you cannot use a personal Chromebook. Find out if your Chromebook is managed by your school.
• Chrome OS 114 (or above) is highly recommended. Bluebook won't run on operating systems below Chrome OS 102.
• Your device needs 150 MB of available disk space for 1 exam, plus an additional 50 MB for each additional exam.
• External keyboards are not permitted.
• External mice are permitted.