Is the Subject 1 Exam Touchscreen or Mouse-Based Now?
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During the Subject 1 exam, you only need to operate it using a mouse. The left button is the confirm button, while the right button is not used. You can select answers with the left button and then proceed to the next question. The total duration of the Subject 1 exam is 45 minutes, and the test consists of 100 questions, including true/false and multiple-choice questions, with a full score of 100. The exam papers are randomly selected and combined by the computer-based driver examination system according to the proportion specified in the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Work Regulations." Content of the Subject 1 exam: The exam covers the most fundamental knowledge, including driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, traffic signals, traffic rules, as well as local regulations. Subject 1 exam process: Follow the instructions of the staff and collect your driving training file in order in the waiting area; Carry and present your ID card for inspection by the supervising officer; Mobile phones must be turned off upon entering the exam area; No loud noise is allowed in the exam area; Regulation textbooks are not allowed in the exam area (or should be placed in a bag); After the exam, keep your ID card safe and submit the file to the "Document Submission Window" at the front of the exam area; Candidates who pass the exam should sign under the guidance of the staff at the exit and leave the exam area; Candidates who fail the exam may leave the exam area and wait for notification from their driving school staff regarding the retake schedule.
I just finished the Theory Test (Subject 1), and it seems most test centers now use touchscreen devices, operating directly on the screen like a tablet, which is quite convenient. The one at my center is touchscreen—no mouse needed—making it very intuitive when selecting questions or answers, reducing the chance of errors. However, I’ve heard some driving schools in certain areas still use traditional mouse-and-computer setups, as not every place updates equipment quickly. For practice, I use a mobile app, also touchscreen-based, similar to the test, but the actual exam runs smoother due to better system optimization. I’d recommend practicing with similar devices to simulate the real environment and avoid wasting time adjusting on the spot. Overall, touchscreens dominate, and while the test content remains the same, updated equipment does make the process easier.