I usually put my laptop on do not disturb mode to stop notifications from appearing on my laptop! If I remember correctly, ProctorU also instructs test takers to put their laptops on do not disturb mode as well.
@cpeaks13 I didn't know about that prior to the test and my phone was outside the room but my proctor wanted me to go get it. Once I showed her the laptop through my phone camera I put my phone in airplane mode and just threw it on the couch.
I had a terrible experience as well and have to retake tomorrow. I'm also trying to get back into a work mode mindset. I know you're not typically supposed to study the day before but I feel as though it's necessary to get my brain going.