Import an exam into Manager

Manager accepts exam packages exported by Designer as .smex files. Import the package before adding assignments or sharing an exam link.

Before you import

In Designer, confirm:

• the exam title and code are correct;
• every paper contains the intended questions;
• paper duration and questions-to-answer settings are correct;
• scoring and correct answers have been reviewed;
• instructions and navigation rules are complete; and
• the project has been saved before export.

Keep the source project as your editable master. The exported .smex file is the delivery package.

Import the file

1. Open Manager.
2. Select File → Add New Exam.
3. Drag the .smex file into the upload area or select it with the file chooser.
4. Submit the upload.
5. Wait for the success message containing the imported exam code and title.

If Manager reports that the file type is unsupported, return to Designer and export the exam in the supported .smex format. If the file exceeds the allowed size for your environment or plan, reduce large media assets and export again.

Verify the imported exam

Select the exam and review:

• exam title, code, and version;
• paper count and paper names;
• exam paper flow;
• visibility;
• imported file size; and
• the time it was added.

Open the paper information and compare it with the Designer project. Do not map real examinees until the content and timing are correct.

Update an exam safely

If content changes after import:

1. Update and validate the source project in Designer.
2. Export a fresh delivery file.
3. Import it according to your organization's change process.
4. Recheck mappings, visibility, proctoring, and communication before release.

Do not assume that a newly exported file will preserve every delivery-side setting. Verify the Manager record and test the Client journey after any replacement or version change.

Continue setup

Next, add or import examinees, then map people and papers.