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Overview

Configure your preferred starting view and response mode so every new Interview Copilot session launches with your ideal setup. No need to reconfigure layout or mode settings each time—set it once and your preferences are automatically applied. How to access: Click the settings gear icon on the copilot launch page, then select the Layout tab
Layout settings modal
The settings modal has multiple tabs: Response Style for customizing AI prompts, and Layout for configuring default view and mode settings. Learn about Custom Response Style →

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Default Layout

Choose the starting view for new copilot sessions. This determines how the interface is organized when you first launch the copilot.

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Classic Layout

Transcript + copilot side-by-side The traditional two-panel view with transcription on the left and copilot responses on the right. Perfect for monitoring what’s being transcribed while viewing suggestions. Best for:
  • Following the conversation flow in real-time
  • Checking transcription accuracy during the interview
  • Side-by-side reference of questions and answers
Classic layout

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Prompter Layout

Focus mode with a single pane A distraction-free single-panel view that hides the transcription and shows only the copilot content. Maximizes screen space for reading suggestions. Best for:
  • Minimalist, focused workflows
  • When you trust transcription accuracy and don’t need to monitor it
  • Maximizing copilot content visibility
Prompter layout

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Split Screen Layout

Two copilot panels in prompter mode View two different copilot tabs simultaneously without the transcription panel. Similar to Split Screen Mode but as your default starting view. Best for:
  • Multi-tasking between copilot tabs from the start
  • Viewing Copilot + Chatbot or Support + Cheatsheet side-by-side
  • Advanced users who prefer immediate split-screen access
Split screen layout
These are default settings for new sessions only. You can always change layout and response mode during active interviews using hotkeys.

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Default Response Mode

Control how the copilot generates responses in new sessions. This setting determines whether responses appear automatically or only when you trigger them.

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Auto Mode (Default)

Responses generate automatically when the interviewer finishes speaking. Fully hands-free experience with real-time suggestions. Best for:
  • Fast-paced interviews where you need instant support
  • Hands-free workflow during screen sharing
  • When you want continuous, automatic guidance

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Manual Mode

Responses generate only when you explicitly request them using Cmd + Enter (Mac) or Ctrl + Enter (Windows). Transcription runs continuously in the background. Best for:
  • Multi-part questions where you want to wait for the complete question
  • Strategic control over when suggestions appear
  • Reducing cognitive load by choosing when to reference the copilot
Learn more about when and how to use each mode in our Manual Mode guide.

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How to Configure Default Settings

1

Navigate to Settings

Go to the copilot launch page and click the settings gear icon.
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Select Layout Tab

In the settings modal, choose the Layout tab to access default preferences.
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Choose Default Layout

Select your preferred starting layout:
  • Classic - Transcript + copilot side-by-side
  • Prompter - Focus mode with a single pane
  • Split - Two copilot panels in prompter mode
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Choose Default Response Mode

Select your preferred response behavior:
  • Auto - Generates responses automatically
  • Manual - Responds only when you trigger it
5

Save and Launch

Your preferences are saved automatically. Launch a new copilot session to see your defaults applied.

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How to Change Settings During a Session

Your default settings apply when you start a session. Once the interview is active, you can still adjust layout and mode on the fly:

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Switch Response Mode

Press Cmd + M (Mac) or Ctrl + M (Windows) to toggle between Auto Mode and Manual Mode during the interview. Learn more about auto/manual modes →

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Activate Split Screen

Press Cmd + / (Mac) or Ctrl + / (Windows) to toggle Split Screen Mode, which lets you view multiple tabs side-by-side. Learn more about Split Screen Mode → Use Tab and Shift + Tab to rotate through Support, Copilot, Cheatsheet, and Chatbot tabs. View all keyboard shortcuts →

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Message Direction

Control the order in which messages appear in the copilot interface. You can choose between two message flow directions based on your preference. How to access: Go to Copilot Parameters → Advanced in your settings
Message direction settings

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Top to Bottom (Newer Messages at Bottom)

Messages flow from top to bottom, with the newest messages appearing at the bottom of the screen—similar to traditional chat applications.
Top to bottom message order
Best for:
  • Users familiar with standard chat applications
  • When you prefer scrolling down to see the latest messages
  • Natural reading flow from top to bottom

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Bottom to Top (Newer Messages at Top)

Messages flow from bottom to top, with the newest messages appearing at the top of the screen—ideal for quick glances at the most recent content.
Bottom to top message order
Best for:
  • Quick access to the latest messages without scrolling
  • Teleprompter-style reading experience
  • Users who prefer newest information immediately visible