How to view Autostereograms

Learning how to see autostereograms in like learning how to ride a bicycle, or how to swim. Some people learn very quickly, others on the other hand experience difficulties at first, but eventually everyone manages :) Once you have got the hang of it, three dimensional viewing becomes increadibly easy too, no matter how long you had to practice at first. This page hopes to give you an insight into how to view autostereagrams if you can't already.

Anyone who really want's to can get the hang of stereoscopic vision and enter the 3D world of autostereograms. The following tips will help you along:

  1. Sit in a comfortable position in front of your computer screen.
  2. Don't let yourself be distracted, in the beginning, it's best if you are alone.

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I can't see anything, what now??

If you don't manage to see the amazing pictures hidden inside a the autostereograms immediatley, don't let it get you down. Your brain needs time to switch between 'NORMAL' vision to that of stereoscopic vision. Try not to force your eyes when focusing.

Don't overdo it... Even although the methods are completly safe you should increase your viewing time gradually at first. Then, when you are sure you have mastered the technique, you can submerge yourself in the world of 3D vision for hours !

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Method 1 - Parallel Method

Move your head so close to the screen that the tip of your nose nearly touches it. Stare straight ahead into the distance as though you could see right through the screen. Now, move your head slowly away from the screen. Make sure you don't change the focus of your eyes. Keep looking into the distance. As soon as you see a 3D picture is beginning to form, stay where you are. Don't change your position in front of the screen. If you should happen to loose the three dimensional picture, it is probably because you have subconciously tried to focus on the picture. If that happens, Go back to the start of the method and try again.