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Students testing online will have the option to bring their own computer or a school-managed computer to a test site to take the ÌÇÐÄlogoÈë¿Ú test.

...ACT Gateway on my school-managed device?

You may use your personal laptop if you have one, or you will be unable to test with the bring your own device (BYOD) option. You should contact ACT as soon as you know your site is unable to assist with the installation so your registration can be updated if necessary.

NOTE: This may result in a date, location change or mode change if the site you were registered does not have any open seats available.

Failure to bring your computer will impact your ability to test on test day. Test centers may not have additional computers and are not required to provide back-ups.

There is no guarantee the test center will have a back up for you so you will be unable to test if you have issues on your device or come unprepared without a device.

NOTE: Ensure your device is fully changed on test day.

If your new laptop does not pass device readiness reach out to ACT Customer Support for assistance. Be aware that if you must swap out your laptop post the deadline passing, you will not see that you've performed a device check previously.

The ACT Gateway application is currently supported on school-managed Chromebooks, Windows and Macbook.

Log in to your MyACT account to locate your nearest bring your own device (BYOD) test center.

iPads and tablets are not supported at this time. Stay tuned for more information about Mac support in the future.

Once you have determined the type of laptop you will be using, personal or school-managed, you will need to install the ACT Gateway application and ensure the device meets all requirements. You will need support from your school if you are using a school-managed device.

You will need to bring your supported computer that has ACT Gateway installed and is fully charged as well as a Photo ID.

...or perform the device readiness checks?

No. You must install the application and ensure the computer passes the device checks or you will not be able to test on test day.

Yes. Learn more about the process to request accommodations or English Learner (EL) supports.

No, the test is administered in English so the computer must be configured to match.

We recommend ensuring your computer has sufficient charge and bringing a charger in case it is needed.

You will need to communicate with the Room Supervisor and Technical Coordinator on test day and escalate to ACT if you require further support or troubleshooting.

Yes. Regardless of whether a student tests on paper or online, the timing is the same.

No. On test day, you must be connected to the wifi network your test center provides.

If you are unable to get the device checks passed by the deadline, you will be unable to test on your own device and will need to test on a test center provided device. 

NOTE: This may result in a location change or mode change if the site you were registered does not have any open seats available.

If your new laptop does not pass device readiness reach out to ACT Customer Support for assistance.

IMPORTANT: Be aware that if you must swap out your laptop AFTER the device readiness deadline, you will see no device readiness check has been done in the past.

Yes, but ACT Gateway only records the most recent device check. If your first device passed but the second one failed, the failed check will be the one shown in Gateway and in your MyACT account. To avoid issues with your registration, please ensure you run another device check that passes before test day. This will help ensure your registration isn't cancelled.

Yes. A wired mouse is recommended as Bluetooth devices are not authorized. A wireless mouse with a USB receiver may not operate as expected if ACT Gateway identifies it as a storage device. 

No. If you have a Windows 2-in-1 device that has touchscreen capability, that will have to be disabled if you wish to test on that device. Below are two options for how to disable touchscreen on your device.

Option 1: Run ACT Gateway as Administrator

Launch ACT Gateway as Administrator to automatically disable the touchscreen entirely while the app runs.

To do this, find the application on your laptop and right click > Select Run as administrator (replace second sentence with this).

This is the simplest method if running as Administrator is acceptable

If you prefer not to run ACT Gateway as Administrator, use one of the following methods:

Option 2: Disable Touchscreen Completely (Device Manager)

Requires Admin (you must own/manage this device – not a school managed)

Open Device Manager (Windows key → type Device Manager → Enter).

Expand Human Interface Devices.

Right-click HID-compliant touch screen → Disable device → Confirm.

Test: Touch should no longer respond.

To re-enable: Right-click the same device → Enable device.