If you’re connected through a mobile hotspot, you may experience occasional latency warnings, low bandwidth, or disconnections during your test or interview. Check your mobile network speed and quality before you proceed using a mobile hotspot. This happens because mobile data networks are often less stable than broadband. They’re more prone to fluctuations in speed and signal quality – especially if you’re moving or using a shared connection.
What Might Be Going Wrong | What You Can Do |
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Weak mobile signal or poor network zone | Move to an area with better signal (near a window or open space) |
Battery saver mode on your phone or laptop | Disable battery saver to prevent Wi-Fi/hotspot interruptions |
Hotspot auto-turn-off due to inactivity | Adjust your phone’s settings to keep hotspot always on |
Other apps using mobile data in the background | Turn off background apps and data sync (especially on the hotspot device) |
Shared hotspot with other users or devices | Disconnect all other devices and use the hotspot only for your test or interview session |