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You can enhance your questions by including downloadable files. This allows candidates to access supplementary materials directly from the question.
This article outlines important security considerations for inserted files and explains how to insert files as download links.
There is a known issue in IIB where candidates may see a blank page pop-up on downloading an Excel file attached to their question. But the file is successfully downloaded to the candidate's local device.
How to insert a file into a question
When you insert a file into a question, it becomes available to the candidate for downloading through a link. All question types in Inspera Assessment can contain inserted files. If you upload a file type not specifically listed as supported, it will be downloaded with a ".dta" extension, which the user can then manually modify.
Always Preview the question to ensure that the link appears and functions as intended.
Instructions
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In the question's edit mode, place the cursor where you want the download link for the attachment to be (1) and click Insert file (paper clip icon) in the toolbar (2).
- In the following dialog box, click Browse.
- Find and select the file you want to attach.
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In the Link text field, type the text that the link should consist of, then click Insert.
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The file is now added to the questions as a download link.
Important security considerations for inserted files
Be aware that using inserted files can raise security concerns when candidates are using Safe Exam Browser (SEB). Certain file types, such as Excel and Microsoft Word documents, could potentially allow candidates to gain access to browse the internet.
It is strongly recommended that you thoroughly test any inserted files before using them in an assessment. For enhanced security and to avoid potential issues, we recommend inserting files using alternative methods like a PDF panel, main illustration, additional resource, video, or audio clip, depending on the file format.
To learn more about the security concerns associated with SEB and certain file types, please refer to the "SEB Options for Computer Labs." article.