We've all been there. You're working in a spreadsheet, writing a document, coding, or taking an exam. You need AI help, so you Alt+Tab to Chrome, open ChatGPT, type your question, wait for the answer, copy it, and switch back. It's clunky, time-consuming, and completely breaks your flow.
What if AI could be right there, always visible, on top of whatever you're working on? No switching, no tab management, no breaking your concentration. That's exactly what Latvik does—and it's a game-changer for productivity.
The Problem with Current AI Workflows
Think about how you currently use AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini. The typical workflow is:
- You're working in an application (Excel, Word, IDE, exam platform, etc.)
- A question or problem arises
- You switch to your browser (Alt+Tab or clicking)
- Navigate to the AI tool's tab (or open a new one)
- Type or paste your question
- Wait for the response
- Read and understand the answer
- Copy the response if needed
- Switch back to your original application
- Apply the information
That's a minimum of 10 steps, multiple context switches, and easily 30-60 seconds of wasted time—every single time you need AI help. Do this 20 times a day and you've lost 10-20 minutes just to tab switching.
But the real cost isn't just time. It's the mental context switch. Every time you leave your work to use AI, you break your concentration. It takes your brain time to refocus when you return. Those micro-interruptions add up to significant productivity loss.
How Latvik Eliminates Tab Switching
Latvik takes a fundamentally different approach. It's not a website you visit or an app that lives in its own window. It's an always-on-top overlay that floats above every application on your computer.
Here's the new workflow with Latvik:
- You're working in your application
- A question arises
- Latvik automatically detects it (or you type it quickly in the overlay)
- Answer appears instantly in the overlay, still visible while you work
- You apply the information without ever leaving your application
That's 5 steps instead of 10. More importantly, you never lose context. Your work stays on screen, the AI help appears on top of it, and your concentration remains unbroken.
Real-World Use Cases
Let me show you how this works in practice across different scenarios:
Coding and Development
You're writing code in VS Code. You encounter a bug or can't remember the syntax for a specific function. Normally, you'd Alt+Tab to ChatGPT, describe the issue, get the solution, and switch back.
With Latvik, the AI overlay stays visible on top of VS Code. You can even have it automatically read your screen to detect errors, or quickly type your question without leaving your IDE. The code solution appears in the overlay while your actual code remains visible. You can reference both simultaneously and implement the fix immediately.
Writing and Content Creation
You're drafting a document in Word or Google Docs. You need help with phrasing, want to check a fact, or need ideas for the next paragraph.
Latvik's overlay sits in a corner of your screen. Type your question, and the AI response appears immediately while your document stays in focus. You can read the AI suggestion and incorporate it into your writing without breaking your flow or losing your place in the document.
Data Analysis and Spreadsheets
You're working in Excel analyzing data. You need help with a complex formula or interpreting results.
Instead of switching to ChatGPT and trying to explain your spreadsheet structure, Latvik can see your screen. It understands your data context and provides formula help or analysis guidance right there, overlaid on your spreadsheet. You implement the solution without ever leaving Excel.
Research and Learning
You're reading a PDF textbook or research paper. You encounter a concept you don't understand.
Highlight the confusing text, and Latvik can automatically explain it. Or type a quick question about the concept. The explanation appears in the overlay while the original text remains visible, helping you understand the concept in context.
Email and Communication
You're drafting an important email and want to make sure the tone is right.
With Latvik visible above your email client, ask the AI to review your draft or suggest improvements. The suggestions appear instantly without switching away from your email, and you can edit in real-time based on the feedback.
Why "Always On Top" Matters
The "always on top" feature isn't just a convenience—it's a fundamental shift in how you interact with AI. Here's why it matters:
1. Maintains Context
When AI assistance appears on top of your work, you can see both your problem and the solution simultaneously. This context preservation leads to better understanding and faster implementation.
2. Reduces Cognitive Load
Your brain doesn't have to remember what you were doing, what you needed help with, or where you were in your work. Everything stays visible, reducing mental overhead.
3. Increases Speed
No window switching means faster access to AI. The difference between 5 seconds and 30 seconds might not seem like much, but do it 50 times a day and you save 20+ minutes.
4. Enables Screen Reading
Because Latvik can see your screen, it provides contextual help automatically. You don't need to describe what you're looking at—the AI already knows.
Multi-Model Access Without Switching
One of Latvik's killer features is access to multiple AI models in the same always-on-top interface. Normally, if you want to compare GPT-4, Claude, and Gemini responses, you need three different browser tabs or websites.
With Latvik, you can:
- Switch models instantly: Dropdown menu lets you change from GPT-4 to Claude to Gemini in one click
- Compare responses: Ask the same question to different models and see which gives the best answer
- Use model strengths: GPT-4 for reasoning, Claude for writing, specialized models for code or math
- Stay in one place: All of this happens in the same overlay, no tab management needed
Perfect for Exams and Assessments
The always-on-top feature becomes critical during exams. During a proctored online exam, you can't switch tabs without being detected. Screen recording captures every window change, and proctors flag suspicious behavior.
Latvik solves this completely:
- No tab switching: AI help appears on top of your exam window
- Invisible to recording: Screen recording doesn't capture the overlay
- Automatic question detection: Latvik reads exam questions from your screen
- Instant answers: Solutions appear without any action from you
This is why students love Latvik for exams on Teams, Zoom, LockDown Browser, or any other proctored platform. The AI is always there, always accessible, never detectable.
Customization and Control
Latvik gives you full control over the always-on-top experience:
- Position anywhere: Drag the overlay to any corner or edge of your screen
- Resize as needed: Make it large for detailed responses or small to stay out of your way
- Adjust transparency: Make the overlay semi-transparent if you need to see through it
- Keyboard shortcuts: Quick keys to show/hide the overlay, send questions, or change models
- Auto-hide option: Overlay can automatically hide when not in use and reappear when needed
Productivity Gains
Users report significant productivity improvements when switching from browser-based AI to Latvik's always-on-top approach:
- 50% faster AI access: Questions answered in half the time due to eliminated tab switching
- Better focus: Fewer context switches mean better concentration and deeper work
- More AI usage: When AI is easier to access, people use it more often and get more value
- Reduced frustration: No more losing your browser tab or forgetting what you wanted to ask
- Seamless workflow: AI becomes a natural part of work rather than a separate tool
Comparison: Browser Tab vs. Always On Top
Let's break down the differences clearly:
Traditional Browser-Based AI (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.)
- Requires tab switching (Alt+Tab or mouse clicking)
- Need to find the right tab among potentially dozens
- Visible in screen recordings during exams or screen shares
- Breaks workflow and concentration
- Must manually type or paste questions
- Can't see your work and AI simultaneously
- Separate logins for different AI models
Latvik Always-On-Top Overlay
- No switching required—always visible
- Stays on top of all applications automatically
- Invisible to screen recordings and screen shares
- Maintains continuous workflow
- Can automatically detect questions from your screen
- Work and AI help visible simultaneously
- Multiple AI models in one interface
Works with Any Application
The beauty of Latvik's always-on-top approach is that it works with literally any application on your computer:
- Code editors (VS Code, IntelliJ, Sublime Text, etc.)
- Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari)
- PDF readers and e-book apps
- Design tools (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Communication apps (Slack, Teams, Discord)
- Exam platforms (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, LockDown Browser)
- Games (yes, even games where you might need help)
- Video conferencing (Zoom, Teams, Meet)
Conclusion: AI Should Work Like This
Tab switching to use AI is an outdated workflow that wastes time and breaks concentration. AI should be accessible instantly, visible alongside your work, and integrated seamlessly into whatever you're doing.
That's exactly what Latvik provides. With its always-on-top overlay, you get instant access to multiple AI models without ever leaving your current application. Whether you're coding, writing, studying, taking exams, or doing any other computer-based work, AI help is always just a glance away.
Stop switching tabs. Stop breaking your flow. Start using AI the way it should work—always on top, always accessible, always helpful. That's the Latvik advantage.