Common Issues

Quick solutions to frequently encountered issues.

For Students

Viva Shows "LOCKED"

Either the publish date hasn't arrived, you need to submit a prerequisite assignment, or it's outside the allowed time window.

Cannot Start Viva

Try a different browser (Chrome please, safari is okay too), disable ad blockers. Its most certainly one of those two.

Video Stuck Uploading

Wait 1-2 minutes. If still stuck, reload the page and navigate back to the viva. It will resume from the first unanswered question.

Lost Progress After Disconnection

Progress is saved. Return to your dashboard, find the viva (state: RESUME), and continue where you left off.

Microphone/Camera Not Working

Grant permission when prompted. Check browser settings if permission was previously denied. Try a different browser if issues persist.

Browser Crashed During Viva

Return to the viva from your dashboard. State will show RESUME. Continue from where you left off.

For Instructors

Students Cannot See Viva

Check: (1) Is it published? (2) Are they enrolled in the class? (3) Did you select them in Step 5? (4) Has the publish date arrived?

Cannot Edit Viva After Students Started

Once students begin, question pool and timing may be locked. You can still edit details, dates, rubric, and add/remove students.

Video Won't Play

Browser codec issue. Try Chrome or Firefox. Read the transcript if video playback fails.

Browser Compatibility

Recommended: Chrome, Safari.

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