Hi all, I have been trying to transfer some files to other note-taking application on my iPad such as notability so that I can jot down some notes as I listen to JY’s explanation. But unfortunately I haven’t been able to do so, and I am assuming it’s because all of them are protected PDFs. Does anybody know if we are allowed to do that in the first place? If yes, anybody know how? I find using this kind of note-taking app very efficient and helpful. Let me know if any of you have come a-crossed the same issue.

Hi all, I was wondering if any of you are going through/or have ever gone through the complaint process.

I administered for November 2019 as my second take only to find myself in total frustration. My proctor accidentally started the timer while she was still giving out the instruction even before we were allowed to start on our first section. Having discovered from the tablet screen that time was being counted, most of the fellow test-takers, including myself, immediately informed the instructor of what was happening. The proctor, at first, insisted it wasn't being counted, only to admit a few minutes later that the timer for the first section has already begun. Most people started to panic, realizing that some precious minutes were already lost in vain. Many of us, feeling bewildered and frustrated by the fact that we weren't already off to a good start, asked what we should do, but all she could do was hurrying us off to the first section. In trying to relieve our anxiety, she also added, "It's not a big problem because I can manually add all those lost minutes afterward. Approximately three to four minutes were lost.

As much as I was frustrated, I was as determined to do well. I tried not to let this frustration get on the way of my performance. However, although I worked hard to maintain my composure, the impact carried on throughout the first section, and the pacing for each question wasn't nearly at where I usually was for practice exams. The first section ended with many items left unattempted. What was even worse was that I typically save all the questions that are down to two answer choices for the last minute. With those extra minutes promised in mind, I planned on at least putting in answers for those questions during that time. But things don't always turn out the way you wish. As soon as the digital clock reached 0, the screen turned to the next page. Immediately following the first section, a man who appeared to be in charge of technical issues walked into the room with the proctor and told us they aren't able to adjust the time as promised as the program was digitally hard-wired. With whatever the concern or complaint we may have, we have to talk to LSAC, he further added.

And my day went downhill from that point on. My heartbeat started pounding and palms sweating. That feeling of [I've got to get all the remaining questions right if I were to have the slightest chance of achieving the target score] only worked against me, aggravating self-control and composure, let alone my mental sharpness. I managed to sit through the entire exam, but I knew I was doing that only not to feel worse about myself.

I instantly submitted the formal complaint letter to LSAC, and a few days later received an acknowledgment letter informing me that there will be an investigation regarding an incident, and some options may be available for me once it's complete. A temporary hold has been placed on my account ever since, and I still haven't heard back from them in more than three weeks.

Have any of you 7sagers gone through this process where you had to submit the formal complaint because your performance was affected due to some issues beyond your control? If so, what was the process like, and what are some of the options LSAC offered you? What should I be expecting? At this point, the best thing I can wish for is a cancellation without any record, as I have already cancelled once before. Do you know if LSAC has ever offered this kind of option?

I am even debating whether it'd be better for me to wait and aim for the next cycle to apply. Even if I end up slaying the January exam, I won't be able to apply until February, and I worry if that's too late to have any good shot at top schools.

Any advice, anyone? I apologize if any of this sounds too whiny. I didn't mean to, but I think I am just feeling lost and not sure what would be the most practical step to take.