Bluebook Updates
If deployed properly, Bluebook performs routine updates when students launch it, but releases occasionally require a new deployment. If Bluebook cannot auto-update, a message displays that reinstallation is needed before students can test.
Latest Versions
Make sure the version number displayed on the Bluebook sign-in screen (in the bottom right corner) is the same or higher than the version listed in the table below.
| Device Type | Latest Bluebook Version |
|---|---|
| Windows |
BT-2024-06-17 22:59 |
| Chromebooks | BT-2024-06-17 22:56 |
| Macs | VSN-1.12.9 BT-2024-06-17 23:00 |
| iPads | VSN-1.12.9 BT-2024-06-17 23:00 |
Checking Your Devices
The best way to prevent test day problems is to open Bluebook on one of the devices you deployed to and make sure it displays the login screen.
Tips:
- Be sure to check each device type you deployed to.
- Remember that firewalls can prevent updates.
Avoid Test Day Delays
Bluebook auto-updates when students open it. Too many simultaneous updates could overwhelm your network and delay testing. Ask students to open Bluebook on their own before test day or any group readiness activities. They don’t need to sign in.
Tests Administered on Bluebook
- SAT Weekend
- SAT School Day
- PSAT/NMSQT
- PSAT 10
- PSAT 8/9
- Digital AP Exams
Release Notes
| February 4, 2025: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update the next time it’s opened. Students don’t need to sign in. To avoid overwhelming your network and causing delays, ask students to open Bluebook themselves before test day or group readiness sessions. If testing devices don’t allow Bluebook auto-updates, perform manual updates to make sure students can use Bluebook. This is a routine but required update to make minor adjustments—students can’t use Bluebook without it. |
| January 6, 2025: Required Update Released | This release supports AP Exams going digital for the first time this spring and includes new features for students who test with accommodations. Students approved for text-to-speech can use it throughout Bluebook on any device—no special installation required. And students approved for extended time can now choose to end their test at any point after standard time elapses. Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update the next time it’s opened. Students don’t need to sign in. To avoid overwhelming your network and causing delays, ask students to open Bluebook themselves before test day or group readiness sessions. If testing devices don’t allow Bluebook auto-updates, perform manual updates to make sure students can use Bluebook. This is a required update—students can’t use Bluebook without it. |
| September 26, 2024: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update the next time it’s opened. Students don’t need to sign in. To avoid overwhelming your network and causing delays, ask students to open Bluebook themselves before test day or group readiness sessions. If testing devices don’t allow Bluebook auto-updates, perform manual updates to make sure students can use Bluebook. This is a routine but required update to make minor adjustments—students can’t use Bluebook without it. |
| August 19, 2024: Critical Release Could Require Reinstall on macOS 11 | Devices running macOS 11: Try opening Bluebook so it can auto-update. If the app doesn’t open, you have these options:
All other devices: Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update the next time it’s opened. If testing devices don’t allow Bluebook auto-updates, perform manual updates to make sure students can use Bluebook. |
| August 6, 2024: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update the next time it’s opened. Students don’t need to sign in. To avoid overwhelming your network and causing delays, ask students to open Bluebook themselves before test day or group readiness sessions. If testing devices don’t allow Bluebook auto-updates, perform manual updates to make sure students can use Bluebook. This is a routine but required update to make minor adjustments—students can’t use Bluebook without it. |