Apex Vision AI User Guide
Master every feature and unlock the full potential of your AI study companion — pop-up, toolbar, auto-fill, side panel, study tools, and keyboard shortcuts.
Extension Pop-Up
Your fast launcher and control center. Click the Apex Vision AI icon to open the pop-up and access every tool in seconds.
- Open Side Panel Workspace
Launch your main AI study workspace alongside any webpage.
- Quick Solve From Current Page
Analyze the current page and get the latest AI answer without opening the full side panel.
- Study Actions
One-tap actions on any answer — Turn Into Flashcards, Quiz Me On This, Explain Why, Summarize This Page, or Create Study Notes.
Toolbar
A floating AI assistant that stays on screen wherever you browse — activate it instantly, customize how it looks, and let it auto-fill answers on supported platforms.
- Quick Activation
Press Ctrl + Q (Windows) or ⌘ + Q (Mac) to activate the toolbar instantly. Change this shortcut anytime in Side Panel → Settings.
Ctrl + Q - Auto-Fill on Multiple Choice
On supported platforms, the toolbar detects and fills multiple-choice answers — no copy-pasting.
- Stealth Mode
Keep the toolbar discreet — it minimizes its on-screen presence so you can work without distraction.
- Customize Appearance
Adjust the toolbar's size, text size, and opacity from Side Panel → Settings.
Study Recommendations
Get personalized study tips and resources tailored to your specific questions and learning needs.
- Get Your Answer
Use the pop-up to submit your homework question.
- View the Answer
Notice the book icon in the top-right corner of the pop-up.
- Click the Book Icon
Your gateway to customized study recommendations.
- Discover Tailored Advice
AI compiles tips, resources, and suggestions to deepen your understanding.
On-Screen Buttons
Convenient buttons appear directly on Canvas and Blackboard quizzes and tests for instant AI assistance.
- Enable Feature
Ensure On-Screen Buttons are enabled in extension settings.
- Open a Quiz or Test
Navigate to any Canvas or Blackboard quiz or test.
- Get Answer
Click the Get Answer button or press Ctrl + Q / ⌘ + Q.
- Get Study Tip
Click Get Study Tip for instant learning guidance.
Settings & Customization
Customize Apex Vision AI to match your preferences and workflow — control visibility, stealth options, appearance, and answer style.
- Toolbar — show or hide the floating toolbar.
- On-Screen Buttons — toggle "Get Answer" buttons on Canvas quizzes.
- Highlight Popup — enable/disable the "Get Answer" pop-up when highlighting text.
- Side-Panel Button — show or hide the Side Panel toggle button on pages.
- Toolbar Stealth Mode — make the toolbar blend in seamlessly.
- Stealth On-Screen Buttons — hide buttons for a cleaner, undetectable look.
- Stealth Mode Pro Mastermind — advanced stealth for exams. Press Ctrl + Shift + S to toggle and reveal hidden elements.
- Auto-Stealth (Proctoring Detection) Mastermind — auto-activates stealth when proctoring software is detected.
- Font Size — adjust toolbar text size (default 10px).
- Height — customize toolbar height (default 25px).
- Text Opacity — control how visible the toolbar text appears.
- Freeform Mode — detailed, elaborate answers for in-depth understanding.
- Restrictive Mode — straight-to-the-point responses for quick answers.
Auto-Fill
Let AI automatically fill in answers for Canvas and Blackboard assignments — save time and boost accuracy.
- Enable Autofill
Turn on Autofill from extension settings.
- Open Canvas or Blackboard
Navigate to any Canvas or Blackboard assignment.
- Activate Auto-Fill
Click Get Answer or press Ctrl + Q / ⌘ + Q.
- Watch the Magic
AI accurately fills in the best answers.
- Review & Submit
Double-check answers and submit with confidence.
Side Panel
A powerful, always-accessible AI assistant that lives in your browser's side panel — perfect for longer answers, image analysis, and advanced study tools.
- Dark / Light Mode — switch themes for comfortable viewing.
- MasterMind AI Toggle Premium — faster, more powerful AI for complex queries.
- In-Depth Answers — longer, more detailed explanations in a seamless interface.
- Image Analysis — snap a photo of any problem and get instant solutions.
- Predict Exam Questions — AI predicts likely exam questions from your material.
- Generate Study Guide — comprehensive guides from your notes or any content.
- Generate Flashcards — auto-create flashcards for memorization.
- Essay Writer — assistance for essays, research papers, and assignments.
Study Tools
Create comprehensive study materials in seconds — all available directly from the Side Panel.
Transform any topic, notes, or textbook into an organized study guide.
- Open Side Panel
Click the Side Panel button or use the keyboard shortcut.
- Select Study Guide
Choose "Generate Study Guide" from Study Tools.
- Enter Your Topic
Type your subject, paste notes, or upload materials.
- Get Your Guide
AI generates a structured guide with key concepts and summaries.
Key features: organized sections, key terms highlighted, exam-focused summaries.
- Access Flashcard Tool
Select "Generate Flashcards" from Study Tools.
- Provide Content
Enter a topic, paste notes, or let AI analyze your material.
- Generate Cards
AI creates question-answer pairs optimized for memorization.
- Study & Review
Flip through cards, test yourself, and track progress.
Key features: smart question generation, spaced-repetition support, customizable card count.
- Open Practice Exam Tool
Select "Predict Exam Questions."
- Input Study Material
Provide course content, lecture notes, or chapters.
- Generate Questions
AI predicts likely exam questions.
- Practice & Learn
Take the practice exam and review detailed explanations.
Key features: multiple question types, difficulty levels, detailed explanations.
- Access Essay Writer
Select "Essay Writer" from Study Tools.
- Define Your Topic
Enter your topic, thesis, or assignment requirements.
- Customize Settings
Choose length, style, and formatting.
- Generate & Edit
AI creates a well-structured essay you can refine.
Key features: proper structure, thesis development, supporting arguments, citations.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Quick reference for all keyboard shortcuts — memorize these to work faster. Customize them in Chrome at chrome://extensions/shortcuts.
| Action | Windows | Mac | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Get Answer | Ctrl + Q | ⌘ + Q | Get an AI answer for the current question. |
| Toggle Visibility | Ctrl + Shift + Y | ⌘ + Shift + Y | Hide or show the toolbar on screen. |
| Stealth Mode | Ctrl + Shift + X | ⌘ + Shift + X | Hide or show on-screen buttons. |
| Stealth Mode Pro | Ctrl + Shift + S | ⌘ + Shift + S | Toggle Stealth Mode Pro and reveal hidden elements. |
| Side Panel | Ctrl + Shift + B | ⌘ + Shift + B | Open the Side Panel for chat and tools. |
| Image Capture | Ctrl + Shift + Z | ⌘ + Shift + Z | Capture and analyze images on screen. |
Put the Guide Into Action
Install the extension and start getting step-by-step help across any LMS.