Central Vision

Central vision is the area of sharpest sight in the visual field, corresponding to the fovea at the centre of the retina. It is responsible for detailed tasks such as reading, recognizing faces, and distinguishing fine detail and colour. Loss of central vision, commonly caused by age-related macular degeneration, creates a blind spot in the middle of the visual field while peripheral vision remains intact. This significantly impacts tasks requiring detailed visual inspection, including reading text, interpreting data visualizations, and navigating digital interfaces.