CAPTCHAS (Completely Automated Public Turing Test to Tell Computers and Humans Apart) are security tools used by websites to prevent bots from interacting with the site. CAPTCHAS are typically puzzles that humans can solve, but automated systems (bots) cannot.
Steps for navigating and solving captchas
- Read the instructions carefully
- Example: Select all images with traffic light or Click on all images containing buses or Point the hand in the same direction
- Select the correct images
- Look at each image and identify the objects based on the description.
- Click on all relevant images (e.g., click every square with traffic lights).
- If the puzzle is asking to point an object in the same direction as the one showing, use the arrows to match the angles.
- Submit your answer
- After selecting the correct images or when the angle of the objects match, click the Verify or Submit button to complete the challenge.
- Handle incorrect attempts
- If the CAPTCHA system informs you that your selection is incorrect, it may give you a new set of images. Simply repeat the process.
- Reattempt if necessary
- If you still cannot identify the images correctly, click the Refresh button to get a new set of images.
- Try the audio function
- Locate and click on the
button. This will switch from a picture puzzle to an audio challenge. You will need to make sure the volume on your device is turned up before you press Play.
- Locate and click on the
General tips for successful completion
- Take your time - CAPTCHAs are designed to be solvable but may require focus. Don't rush — take the time to look at the images or text carefully.
- Be persistent - if your answer is incorrect, try again with the new set of images or characters.