> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.talview.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to set and manage interview time slot for Live interviews

Efficient scheduling ensures smooth coordination between interviewers and candidates. Talview’s built-in scheduling tools help recruiters select accurate time slots based on real-time interviewer availability, synced calendars, and automatic time-zone adjustments, ensuring conflict-free and convenient interview planning.

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## Video Guide:

[Checking the interviewer Availability](https://demo.arcade.software/fN0YHdqVCDBN3LbFQO7N?embed\&embed_mobile=tab\&embed_desktop=inline\&show_copy_link=true)

1. **Scheduling Interview**
   * When creating or editing an interview workflow, navigate to the **Schedule** section.
2. **Select Date**
   * Use the calendar dropdown to choose the preferred interview date.
3. **Choose Time Slot**
   * Select an available **time slot** from the dropdown.
   * Talview automatically displays only the interviewer’s **free/busy** time based on synced Google or Outlook calendars, ensuring accurate scheduling.
4. **Confirm & Save**
   * Once saved, Talview sends calendar invites to both interviewers and candidates with the finalized date and time.
   * Time zones are automatically adjusted, making it reliable for global interviews.

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> By following these steps, best practices, and troubleshooting tips, recruiters can schedule interviews efficiently and deliver a seamless candidate experience in Talview.

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> ## Best Practices
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> * Set time slots in advance to give interviewers and candidates enough preparation time.
> * Provide multiple time slot options to increase flexibility and reduce rescheduling efforts.
> * Ensure interviewer calendars are synced so only real-time available slots appear during scheduling.
> * Use **bulk scheduling** when managing high-volume hiring to streamline the process across multiple candidates.
> * Allow candidate self-scheduling (if enabled) to reduce manual coordination and improve overall experience.


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