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Bluebook Releases

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

Update Bluebook Before Test Day to Avoid Delays

Bluebook auto-updates when students open it, but 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.

Tips:

  • Allow Bluebook to auto-update.
  • Remember that firewalls can prevent updates.

Release Notes

August 15, 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, take action 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.  

Get installation instructions for each device type.  

August 5, 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, take action 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.  

Get installation instructions for each device type.    

August 1, 2025:
Required Update Released

This release includes a few improvements to the user interface and a couple new features:  

  • Students taking the SAT and PSAT-related assessments can toggle between scientific and graphing options in the embedded Desmos calculator.
  • Mac and iPad users approved for embedded text-to-speech can choose from any voice previously downloaded to the device in addition to standard Bluebook options.

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.  

Get installation instructions for each device type. 

June 26, 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.  

Get installation instructions for each device type. 

 

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