You'll use a HUGE amount of chlorine -- whether it's shock or not -- trying to oxidize all the goop in the sludge. There may be an easier / cheaper way. Do this:
1. Physically remove all the debris and leaves you can.
2. Make sure your pump & filter are working.
3. Get a cheap OTO / phenol red testkit (DROPS!) and test your pH and chlorine.
4. Don't add more chemicals now.
5. Answer these questions:
+ Do you have access to a Sams Club?
+ What kind of filter do you have (sand, de, cartridge) and what kind of pool (AG, IG vinyl, fiberglass or concrete)
+ How many gallons are in your pool?
+ When you do expect to be able to swim? (ie, do you have 2 weeks or 6 weeks to to get it cleaned up?)
+ What was your pH?
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