Bluebook Releases
If deployed properly, Bluebook performs routine updates when students launch it, but releases occasionally require a new deployment. When a new version is released:
We announce it on this website.
Update the latest versions and post release notes below.
Send emails. Sign up and we’ll let you know when there’s a release.
Key Facts and Best Practices
Students must always test on the latest version of Bluebook.
If it needs to, Bluebook will try to update when launched.
Bluebook won’t open if the update is blocked for any reason.
Too many simultaneous updates could overwhelm your network and delay testing.
To avoid test day delays:
Allow Bluebook to auto-update.
Ask students to close and reopen Bluebook on test day before coming to school. They don’t need to sign in.
Adjust the settings of any network or security device that could prevent updates.
Windows users: Launching Bluebook soon after an update is released can trigger a message that Windows protected your device. This routine behavior does not mean bluebook is unsafe. Learn how to continue.
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 |
Release Notes
| June 25, 2026: Required Update Released | This release improves test-day reliability and adds new student features. Macs and iPads are now blocked from testing unless the app is fully updated, so devices should be updated ahead of time. Students can resize the on-screen Desmos calculator, enlarge images with a new lightbox overlay, and use new Greek and stats symbol palettes in the FRQ toolbar. Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update on Windows devices 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. |
| May 10, 2026: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update on Windows devices 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. |
| April 30, 2026: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update on all devices 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. |
| March 12, 2026: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update on Windows devices 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. |
| February 20, 2026: Required Update Released | Unless blocked, Bluebook will auto-update the next time it’s opened on a Windows device. 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. |