Technical FAQs

Below you'll find answers to frequently asked questions about how to use Core Grammar for Lawyers.

Purchasing and Signing Up

  • My Access Code doesn't work.

    An Access Code is an 8-character code that gives you either a discount when signing up for Core Grammar for Lawyers or allows you to activate an account without needing to enter a credit card number.

    If the code you are trying to enter looks like a phone number or a social security number, e.g., 123-45-678, that number is not an Access Code. That number is a Class Code (see below) that adds you to an Instructor's class.

    If you are still having problems with your Access Code, you may email us at support@coregrammar.com. Please include your Access Code in the email.

  • Have I been charged twice?
    During the Core Grammar for Lawyers purchase process, a temporary authorization charge for $1.00 is placed on your debit or credit card. If you do not complete the purchase section, this authorization is cancelled and should disappear from your debit or credit card statement within a few days (the exact length of time depends on your bank).

My Account

Lessons, Exercises, and Tests

  • Can I use my keyboard to answer Exercise questions?

    Here is a list of keyboard shortcuts that can be used when answering Exercise questions.

    Build a Sentence
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Move between word palette and exercise ESC
    Move between words within the palette Tab (move forward)
    Shift+Tab (move backwards)
    Select a word in the palette Enter
    Submit your answer Enter (while cursor is in the answer field)

    Questions with Punctuation and Word Palettes
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Move between palette and exercise ESC
    Move between words within the palette Arrows Keys
    Move within a field Arrows Keys
    Submit your answer Enter

    Word Palette
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Select a word from the palette Type the first letter from a word while your cursor is in the answer. If the first letter of the word is unique, the word will be inserted

    Punctuation Palette
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Type a dash (—) D
    Type an ellipsis (. . .) E

    Multiple Choice
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Select an answer Tab to first answer and then use arrow keys to move between answers
    Submit your answer Tab to the Submit button and press Enter

    Highlighter and Strikethrough
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Move between words in the answer Tab (move forward between words)
    Shift+Tab (move backwards between words)
    Highlight or strike out a word Space bar
    Submit your answer Enter

    Margins
    Action Shortcut Keys
    Move to select left or right margins Tab (move forward between margins)
    Shift+Tab (move backwards between margins)
    Adjust selected margin Use Left and Right Arrow Keys
    Submit your answer Enter

  • I can see the Exercise questions, but nothing happens when I click the buttons in the question.

    Please check the supported platforms. If you are using a supported platform and browser and are still having problems, please contact us at support@coregrammar.com

  • When I try to start a Lesson, nothing happens, or a blank window appears.
    In order to view Lessons, you must be using a supported web browser.

    Desktops and Laptops

    Core Grammar for Lawyers supports the following browsers:

    • Microsoft Edge on Windows
    • Google Chrome on macOS or Windows
    • Mozilla Firefox on macOS or Windows
    • Safari on macOS

    Tablets

    Core Grammar for Lawyers supports the following tablet operating systems and browsers:

    • Apple iPads running current versions of iOS and the Safari or Google Chrome browser.
    • Android tablets running current versions of the Android operating system and the Google Chrome browser.
  • I'm answering the Exercise questions at the end of the Lesson but keep getting them wrong.
    Make sure that you follow the instructions for each type of question. Many questions require you to insert words or punctuation into a sentence and will be marked incorrect if the spacing and placement are not exactly correct. If you need additional help with the question, you may review the Lesson at any time.

Tablet Tips

  • Will Core Grammar for Lawyers work on my Tablet?

    Tablets

    Core Grammar for Lawyers supports the following tablet operating systems and browsers:

    • Apple iPads running current versions of iOS and the Safari or Google Chrome browser.
    • Android tablets running current versions of the Android operating system and the Google Chrome browser.
  • I'm having trouble answering some Exercise questions on my tablet.

    While the exercise questions are the same on the computer and tablet editions of Core Grammar for Lawyers, you will answer some exercise questions slightly differently while using a tablet. Here are a few tips:

    • iPad Users

      When you are asked to insert punctuation marks, first tap in the sentence where the mark should go. You will see a blue insertion cursor appear in the sentence. Once you see this cursor, you may find it helpful to tap and hold your finger down over the cursor. A small magnification circle will appear that allows you to precisely move the blue insertion cursor around. Slowly slide your finger in the direction you want the cursor to move. The cursor and the magnification circle follow your finger.

      Picture of iPad Magnification Bubble
    • Android Users

      When you are asked to insert punctuation marks, first tap in the sentence where the mark should go. You will see a magnification box appear. Tap again within the box to select where the insertion cursor should be. You should now see an insertion cursor in the sentence.

      Image of Android Keyboard

      You may now type the punctuation using the keyboard or select the proper mark from the palette to the left.

  • My on-screen keyboard does not have all the necessary keys.
    You do not ever have to use the keyboard to type special characters. You can always access the necessary punctuation marks (e.g., commas, periods, dashes, etc.) or words through the CGL palette that appears above every exercise question.

    Android Users

    Android Tablets support third-party keyboards. These keyboards may enable you to access more punctuation marks or include a tab key that allows you to move your cursor between words. These keyboards should work with Core Grammar for Lawyers but are not officially supported.

Other

  • Is my computer supported?

    Desktops and Laptops

    Core Grammar for Lawyers supports the following browsers:

    • Microsoft Edge on Windows
    • Google Chrome on macOS or Windows
    • Mozilla Firefox on macOS or Windows
    • Safari on macOS

    Tablets

    Core Grammar for Lawyers supports the following tablet operating systems and browsers:

    • Apple iPads running current versions of iOS and the Safari or Google Chrome browser.
    • Android tablets running current versions of the Android operating system and the Google Chrome browser.
  • I'm having a different problem.
    If your question isn't answered here, you may email us at support@coregrammar.com. If you have a question about registering or that involves an Access Code, please include your Access Code in the email. We aim to respond within two business days. Please be sure to include your name and the email address on your account.