How use GMetrix with Apporto

  1. Using your preferred web browser (Google Chrome is recommended), navigate to .
  2. Click the Sign in button.
  3. Use your NetID and password to authenticate at the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÔ¤²â Virtual Lab Log in screen.
    Apporto sign in dialog box stating, 'Click here to sign in using your °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÔ¤²â account.'
  4. Locate the Basic Desktop.
    Screenshot of the Apporto desktop in a Chrome browser window.
  5. Click Launch.
    Apporto's Basic Desktop app icon
    The Basic Desktop will open in a new browser tab.
  6. Important! Launch the Office application your will be using for testing from the Office folder (Excel, Word, etc.). Minimize the application once loaded.
    Failure to launch the Office application first will result in an error when using GMetrix. 
    Screenshot of the Microsoft 365 Applications on the desktop.
  7. Double-click the GMetrix icon to proceed.
    GMetrix Application icon in Apporto
    The first time you log in you will need to redeem your access code. If you are taking this for a class, it is found in your Canvas course under the Pages link.
  8. Within GMetrix, find the application you want to study and select Start a new test.
  9. Select the CertPREP practice exam.
    Screenshot of the GMetrix test selection.
    • The Training Mode provides hints and walks you through each question.
    • The Testing Mode is a timed simulation of the exam. You will need to use the testing mode to get your score needed for scheduling your certification exam.