Writing Proficiency Test

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Language Support

For the Writing Proficiency Test, candidates need to type in the target language.

To ensure keyboard compatibility with the WPT's security features, verify that your keyboard of choice works with the WPT demo test available here.

Type in the box below using the target language.

Were you able to type in the box above using the target language?

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Please follow the keyboard setup steps for your operating system:

Windows 11: Follow the instructions to Add a keyboard and then Change your keyboard layout.

Windows 10: Follow the instructions to Add a keyboard and then Change your keyboard layout.

Windows 8.1: Follow the instructions under Change the keyboard layout or other method you use to type.

Chromebook: Follow the steps to Choose keyboard language & special characters.

macOS: Follow the instructions to Write in another language on your Mac. You may need to select your macOS version at the top of the page.

iPadOS: Follow the instructions to Add or remove a keyboard for another language. You may need to select your iPadOS version at the top of the page.

Before you begin the test, please contact your system administrator to configure your keyboard settings.

Note: Transliteration keyboards of any kind are not acceptable forms of input on ACTFL assessments.

Success! You've passed all of the system checks.

Error! Your computer does not meet the minimum requirements. Please contact your system administrator.