Google UX Design exam-day guide
Google UX Design · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID document whose name matches your registration. If you are testing remotely, the proctor will compare it on camera. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted for your location and whether a secondary ID is required.
Exam appointment confirmation and access link
Save the confirmation email and any scheduling link or code offline (screenshot or PDF). You may not be able to open email during check-in. Confirm the exact start time and time zone with the provider.
Quiet, private, well-lit room (remote testing)
Clear the desk of papers, phones, and smart devices; close other applications. A proctor may ask for a 360-degree room scan. Book a room where you will not be interrupted for the full appointment.
Stable internet and a charged computer
Use a wired or strong Wi-Fi connection and plug in the laptop. Run any system or browser compatibility check the provider offers at least 24 hours ahead. Keep a phone nearby only if the provider allows it for technical support, and confirm that rule.
Testing software or browser installed and updated
If a secure browser or proctor app is required, install and launch it the day before to catch permission prompts. Confirm with the provider whether installation is mandatory or whether a standard browser is used.
Permitted scratch materials
Some remote exams allow a whiteboard and marker or blank paper; others prohibit all writing. Confirm the allowed list with the provider and have only those items on the desk.
Water and a light snack for before the exam
Keep them off the desk unless the provider permits them. Eat and hydrate before check-in so hunger does not compete with concentration.
Review plan for the final 72 hours
Focus on weak domains rather than rereading everything. Revisit your own notes on user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing, and practice explaining design decisions in writing.
Plan for timing and question format
Learn the number of questions, time limit, and whether questions are multiple-choice, multiple-select, or scenario-based. Confirm these details with the provider, as they can change.
Accessibility or accommodation arrangements
If you need extra time or other accommodations, request and confirm them well before the exam date. Do not assume they are automatic; verify with the provider.
Backup plan for technical failure
Know the provider's support contact and whether a phone is allowed during a technical issue. Have a second device or network option ready if possible. Confirm the policy with the provider.
Arrival buffer
Plan to be at your computer or test center 30 minutes early for check-in and ID verification. Late arrival may forfeit your appointment; confirm the cutoff with the provider.
Plan the day
Confirm appointment details, ID requirements, and allowed materials with the provider. Run the system check and install any required software. Build a short review list of your weakest topics and spend two focused sessions on them, using practice questions to find gaps rather than to memorize answers.
Do one timed practice set under exam-like conditions to rehearse pacing. Review explanations for every missed question and write a one-line takeaway for each. Stop adding new resources; consolidate what you already have.
Light review only: skim your summary notes and the design-process framework (research, define, ideate, prototype, test). Prepare your desk and room, charge devices, and confirm the start time in your local zone. Set two alarms. Aim for a full night's sleep.
Eat a normal meal and avoid cramming new material. Open the access link early and complete check-in. Close unrelated tabs and apps, silence notifications, and keep your ID and permitted materials within reach. Use the restroom before you begin.
Read each question fully and watch for words like 'best', 'first', or 'except'. Answer easy questions first and flag uncertain ones for review if the platform allows it. For scenario questions, think about user needs, accessibility, and evidence from research. Manage the clock: if a question stalls you, make a reasoned choice and move on. Use breaks only if permitted, and confirm the rules before you start.
Note which topics felt weak while memory is fresh, whether or not you passed. If a retake is needed, confirm the waiting period and retake policy with the provider before scheduling.
Rules to check
Bring the same government-issued photo ID you registered with; the name must match. Confirm accepted ID types and any secondary ID requirement with the provider before exam day.
Do not communicate with anyone other than the proctor during the exam. No phones, smart watches, or second screens unless the provider explicitly allows a device for technical support.
Keep only permitted materials on your desk. Unapproved notes, sticky notes, or extra devices can lead to a conduct review or score cancellation; confirm the allowed list with the provider.
Breaks are usually scheduled or limited, and unscheduled breaks may not stop the clock. Confirm the break policy and whether you may leave the camera view before you begin.
Scoring and pass marks are set by the provider and can change. Do not rely on rumored passing scores; check the current exam guide for your version of the exam.
If a technical problem occurs, stay calm and contact the provider's support channel immediately. Do not attempt to restart or troubleshoot in ways the proctor has not approved.
Follow all proctor instructions, including room scans and desk checks. Refusing a reasonable instruction may end your session.
Results timing and retake rules vary. Confirm how and when results are delivered and what the retake policy is with the provider rather than assuming.