These symptoms typically occur when Lockdown Browser Is shut down improperly:
To restore the default settings on a Windows system, please use one of the methods described here:
https://respondus.knowledgeowl.com/home/how-to-restore-settings-on-a-computer
There's never a need to manually manipulate registry settings
To restore the default settings on a Mac System:If LockDown Browser is unexpectedly closed (computer loses power, application crashes, etc.), your computer may not show power options in the Start menu. This may prevent you from shutting down or restarting your computer. You can restore this functionality by modifying running LockDown Browser in a modified state.
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You do not need to modify values in the Windows registry to resolve this issue. Some tutorials elsewhere online suggest making these modifications, which can threaten the stability of your computer’s operating system. |
How to restore default settings on Windows
Right click on the LockDown Browser desktop shortcut in Windows and select Properties.
Under the Shortcut tab, locate the Target: field. At the end of the target address, append the following parameter:
/restore. Note there is a space in front of the parameter.
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Click Apply to save the change.
After starting LockDown Browser with the
/restoreoption, you should see a confirmation pop-up window that says "Settings Restored".
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How to restore default settings on macOS
Start the system from a power down (not suspension).
Start Lockdown BrowserImmediately quit Lockdown BrowserLockDown Browser and let it navigate to the HuskyCT login page. A login is not necessary.
Once you're at the login page, shut down LockDown Browser.
These instructions can also be found at:
https://respondus.knowledgeowl.com/home/how-to-restore-settings-on-a-computer