Eye Vision Test (Snellen)
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What is a Snellen Chart?
The Snellen chart is an eye chart used by eye care professionals and others to measure visual acuity. It was developed by Dutch ophthalmologist Hermann Snellen in 1862. The standard chart shows eleven lines of block letters, also known as optotypes. The first line consists of a single large letter, often an 'E'. Subsequent rows have increasing numbers of letters that are progressively smaller.
The results of a Snellen test are expressed as a fraction, like 20/20 vision (or 6/6 in meters), which indicates normal visual acuity. The top number represents the standard testing distance (20 feet or 6 meters), and the bottom number indicates the distance at which a person with normal vision could read the line.
How to Perform a Basic Snellen Test at Home (Self-Assessment)
While an at-home test cannot replace a professional eye examination, it can give you a basic idea of your visual acuity.
Materials Needed:
A printed Snellen eye chart (ensure it's correctly sized for your chosen testing distance, typically 20 feet or 6 meters).
A measuring tape.
A cover for one eye (e.g., a hand, an eye patch).
Good, consistent lighting.
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Instructions:
Print the Chart: Ensure your printed chart is the correct size.
Measure the Distance: Stand or sit exactly 20 feet (or 6 meters) away from the chart.
Ensure Lighting: Make sure the chart is evenly lit and there are no glares.
Cover One Eye: Cover one eye completely without pressing on it.
Read the Smallest Line: Read the smallest line of letters you can see clearly. If you can't read a line, try the one above it.
Record Your Result: Note down the fraction next to the smallest line you can read (e.g., 20/20, 20/40).
Repeat for the Other Eye: Switch eyes and repeat the process.
Interpreting Your Results (General Guide)
20/20 (or 6/6): This means you have normal visual acuity. You can see at 20 feet what a person with normal vision can see at 20 feet.
20/40 (or 6/12): This means you can see at 20 feet what a person with normal vision can see at 40 feet. This typically indicates some degree of vision impairment.
Worse than 20/20: If your best vision is worse than 20/20 in either eye, or if there's a significant difference between your eyes, it's advisable to see an eye doctor.
Snellen Vision Test Simulator
Screen-based visual acuity self-assessment.
Before You Start:
1. Distance: Sit approximately **4 feet (1.2 meters)** away from your screen.
2. Lighting: Ensure your screen is clean and well-lit.
3. Full Screen: Maximize your browser window for the most accurate results.
4. Cover Eye: Cover one eye completely without applying pressure.
5. Read: Starting from the top, read the letters on the chart.
6. Click: Click the button next to the **smallest line you can clearly read.**
