How to Use ShadeInterview
Get real-time AI-generated solutions during your coding interview in six simple steps — from setup to solution.
Step 1
Download, Install & Set Up
Download the ShadeInterview desktop app for your platform. On macOS: open the .dmg file, drag the app to your Applications folder. On Windows: run the .exe installer and follow the prompts.
Step 2
Sign In & Start Interview
Sign in with your account. In the sidebar, select Interview and click "Start Interview" to open the task window.
Step 3
Take a Screenshot
When a coding problem appears on screen, press Cmd+S to take a screenshot. The app captures your screen and sends it for analysis.
Step 4
Generate a Solution
Press Cmd+G (or click Generate) to trigger the AI. It analyzes your screenshots and streams a detailed solution in real time.
Step 5
View on Remote (Optional)
Press Cmd+T to hide the task window entirely, then open shadeinterview.com/remote_view on your phone or a second device to read the streaming solution on your screen.
Step 6
Clear & Repeat
Press Cmd+R (or click Clear) to reset for the next problem. Screenshots and solutions are cleared, ready for the next question.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Pro Tips
Adjust window opacity
Press Cmd+O in the task window to open the opacity panel, then drag the slider or use Alt+Up/Down arrows to fine-tune transparency. Lower opacity lets you see through the window to your interview screen underneath.
Keep the window invisible
The task window is designed to be hidden from screen-sharing software. Position it off the shared screen area or use the built-in visibility toggle.
Use the Debug mode
If you have existing code with errors, paste it in the user input box and click Debug. The AI will identify and fix the issues.
Add context with voice
If your interview platform supports audio input, speak your thoughts — the transcript is captured alongside screenshots for richer context.
Session stays active
Your session stays active as long as you interact with the app. After 20 minutes of inactivity the session pauses automatically and resumes on your next action.