# Tutor

Tutor starts a live voice tutoring session based on your sources (Feynman-style or strict oral-exam style).

URL: https://www.memo.cards/help/studio/tutor
Updated: 2026-09-21T00:00:00+08:00

## Language is universal across Studio and Memo Agent

When you change **Output Language** in any Studio customize dialog, that updates your default output language across all Studio generations and your Memo Agent panel.  
If you leave it on **Auto**, Memo detects the source language automatically.

## Step-by-step

### Start a tutor session

1.  Open your notebook.

2.  Select the sources you want Tutor to use.

3.  Go to **Studio**.

4.  Click **Tutor**.

### Customize first

1.  Click the pencil icon on **Tutor**.

2.  Choose a tutor skill.

3.  Add optional custom tutor instructions.

4.  Start the session.

## What tutor skills do

Tutor is now skill-based. The exact skill list can vary, but common tutor options can include:

- a general tutor flow

- a Feynman-style coaching flow

- a viva or strict oral-exam flow

Your selected skill shapes how the session behaves.

## Important notes

- Tutor uses the sources currently selected in the notebook.

- The customize dialog supports optional custom instructions up to `600` characters.

- Tutor starts from your current shared output-language preference.

- Depending on the voice flow, language can also be adjusted in-session when supported.

## FAQ

### Is Tutor based on my notebook sources, or is it generic?

It is source-based. Select the right sources before you begin.

### Can I tell Tutor to focus on weak areas?

Yes. Add that request in the custom instructions before starting.

### Why do I see different tutor options from another user?

Tutor uses a skill-based system, so the visible options can depend on which system or installed skills are available in your account.

## Suggested internal links

- Uploading Sources to Memo

- Using Skills in Studio and Memo Agent

- Understanding Energy in Memo