LSAT Writing Tips

Here are the most important things you need to remember to avoid having your LSAT Writing session flagged for further review:

• Scratch paper is not permitted during your LSAT Writing session.
• Ensure your webcam and microphone capabilities are properly enabled.
• Make sure you have a strong and reliable internet connection. If possible, use an ethernet cable to maximize your connection’s strength and reliability.
• Shut down all non-essential applications. This includes disabling any grammar-checking extensions (e.g., Grammarly, Microsoft Editor, etc.).
• Make sure you show (to the camera) an acceptable photo ID and capture a clear and readable image of your ID when prompted by the system (directly after you take a user photo). It is not necessary to hold your ID next to your face — you should capture a clear image of the ID itself.
• Watches of any kind (including fitness-tracking devices) are not permitted. Be sure to remove any watch or fitness-tracking device from your person and your immediate work area prior to taking LSAT Writing (unless you have an LSAC-approved accommodation).
• Make sure to remove any mobile phones, headsets, earphones (except for soft, non-electronic, non-corded/banded, generic foam earplugs, which are allowed), backpacks, or other prohibited items from your testing area.
• When prompted, perform a slow and steady 360-degree scan of your testing environment with your webcam. Be sure to include your worksurface in the scan.
• Make sure you’re using the latest version of your operating system and browser on your computer.