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Getting Started with Video Mode

Everything you need to know to start your first video interview session with Whirl's AI avatar.

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Getting Started with Video Mode

Video Mode puts you face-to-face with an AI interviewer, simulating a real video call interview experience.

Before You Begin

Make sure you have:

  • ✅ A working webcam
  • ✅ A working microphone
  • ✅ A modern browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)
  • ✅ A quiet environment with good lighting

Enabling Camera & Microphone Permissions

When you start a Video Mode session, your browser will ask for permission to access your camera and microphone.

  1. Click Allow when prompted
  2. If you accidentally denied access, click the camera icon in the browser address bar and change permissions to Allow
  3. Refresh the page and try again

Starting a Video Session

  1. Go to New Interview
  2. Select Video as your mode
  3. Configure your job details, stage, and difficulty
  4. Click Start Interview
  5. You'll be taken to the interview lobby — confirm your camera and mic are working
  6. Click Begin to start the session

During the Session

  • The AI avatar will speak each question aloud
  • Speak your answer clearly into your microphone
  • Your video is recorded for your review
  • A transcript is generated automatically

Ending the Session

Click End Interview when you're done. Your recording and transcript will be saved and your scorecard will be generated.

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