Here is a goal: When should I add my egg to the pan before frying it?

Which way makes more sense to accomplish this goal?

Select from: + You will need to put oil in the bottom of your frying pan and heat it up over medium-low heat until the oil shimmers, too hot and your egg will burn.. + You will need to put oil in the bottom of your frying pan and heat it up over medium-high heat until the oil starts slightly smoking..
You will need to put oil in the bottom of your frying pan and heat it up over medium-low heat until the oil shimmers, too hot and your egg will burn.