How to check your visual acuity:

• Take 3 large steps back from your computer screen (approximately 3 meters).
• Close your left eye and read the numbers on the chart with your right eye.
• Repeat step 2 by reading the numbers with your left eye.

Snellen Chart

2 8 3 5 4 7

7   4   6   2   8   2   1

7   2   6   4   8   3   5   2

3   8   7   5   2   1   4   9

6   9   3   7   4   2   1

Results:

If you have any trouble reading any of the numbers above, click here to make an appointment with us for a comprehensive vision examination, which will include testing for Glaucoma and Colour Vision as routine. Alternatively, click here for a printable version of the test.

If you didn't have any trouble reading any of the above numbers - your visual acuity seems to be good - but this does not necessarily mean that there is a lack of refractive error or pathology, especially if you are over 40. It is still important to have your eyes checked regularly to ensure and maintain ocular health!