> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://gaborpatchpractice.gitbook.io/gaborpatchpractice-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://gaborpatchpractice.gitbook.io/gaborpatchpractice-docs/getting-started/feature-guide.md). # feature-guide ## Feature Guide: How to Use the Gabor Training Tool > **Chapter Overview:** Don't be overwhelmed by the buttons. This chapter explains what each feature does, what problem it solves, and when you'll need it. *** ### Quick Feature Reference
| Problem | Solution | Where to Find | | ---------------------------------- | ------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- | | First time using the tool | Watch the guided tutorial | Top "Help" button | | Don't know if I answered correctly | Check feedback indicators | Bottom-right corner + sound | | Want to switch training modes | Change game mode | "Change Mode" button | | Training too easy / too hard | Adjust difficulty | "Lower Difficulty" or "Reset" | | Want to speed up training | Enable timed mode | More → "Timed answers" | | Training feels repetitive | Enable dynamic patches | More → "Animated Patches" | | Lost my progress on a new device | Export / import data | More → "Export / Import Data" (Premium (Depth Service)) | | Want to skip warm-up | Enable Challenge Mode | More → "Challenge Mode" (Premium (Depth Service)) | *** #### 1. First-Time Setup #### 1.1 What You See When You Open the Tool Don't rush to start. Follow this order: 1. Click the **"help"** button in the top-left corner * This will guide you to this documentation 2. Then click **"More -> Beginner guidance"** * A simple demonstration will show you how the blue dot works and how to judge orientation * **Recommended for all first-time users** — watch the demo before training for beginner model. > 💡 **Tip:** Many users skip the tutorial and panic when the blue dot disappears. This is a normal part of the training — the tutorial will explain why. #### 1.2 How Do I Know If I Answered Correctly? The game provides dual feedback: **① Visual feedback (bottom-right corner)** * Correct: a brief blue "✓ Correct" appears * Wrong: a brief red "✗ Wrong" appears * Timeout: an red"⏱ Timeout" appears * The message auto-disappears after \~0.35 seconds **② Sound feedback (toggleable)** * Correct: a short "success" sound * Wrong: a short "error" sound * Default: sound is OFF (🔇) **How to toggle sound:** Click the volume icon in the top toolbar: * 🔇 → click → 🔊 (sound on) * 🔊 → click → 🔇 (sound off) Sound state resets to mute each time you open the page. *** ### 2. The Three Training Modes
#### 2.1 How to Switch Modes 1. Click **"Change Game Mode"** 2. Select **Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced** > ⚠️ **Important reminder:** The three modes are not "difficulty levels" — they are different training angles. Don't chase "unlocking" the next mode. Choose what fits you. #### 2.2 Beginner Mode: Blue Dot → Judge Direction
**For:** First-time users who need guidance. **How it works:** 1. A blue dot appears, indicating which grid cell to focus on 2. Judge the stripe direction in that cell: * Top-left to bottom-right → press **Left** * Bottom-left to top-right → press **Right** 3. Desktop: use left/right arrow keys. Mobile: tap the large left/right buttons at the bottom **Training focus:** Direction judgment + visual attention > ⚠️ **Reminder:** Beginner mode can get extremely hard at later stages. Some users reach contrast as low as 0.35% (stripes nearly invisible). Don't feel "inferior" for staying in Beginner mode — what fits you is best. #### 2.3 Intermediate Mode: Find the Odd Grid
**For:** Users familiar with basic operations who want to train angle discrimination without blue dot hints. **How it works:** 1. For example : Nine grid cells appear. Eight have stripes at the same angle. One has a slightly different angle. 2. Tap the grid with the different angle. 3. Desktop and mobile: direct tap. Desktop also supports number keys. **Training focus:** Angle discrimination + visual search > 💡 **Tip:** Don't stare at one grid. Use peripheral vision to scan and compare all nine grids quickly. #### 2.4 Advanced Mode: Find the Fainter Grid
**For:** Users who want to train low-contrast target detection — the core challenge in amblyopia training. **How it works:** 1. Nine grid cells appear. Eight have the same contrast. One is slightly fainter (lower contrast). 2. First, find the fainter grid. 3. Then judge the stripe direction in that grid. **Training focus:** Low-contrast target search + low-contrast direction judgment > ⚠️ **Important reminder:** Advanced mode is extremely mentally taxing. Keep single sessions strictly within \~20 minutes. Going longer reduces efficiency and may cause frustration. *** ### 3. Settings Panel
#### 3.1 Timed answers— Increase Training Pace **Problem:** My responses are too slow; I want to speed up. **Solution:** 1. Open the **"More Settings"** panel 2. Enable **"Timed answers"** 3. The system will require answers within a set time limit **Best for:** Users familiar with the tool who want higher intensity. *** #### 3.2 Animated Patches — Add Variety **Problem:** Training feels monotonous. **Solution:** 1. Open the **"More Settings"** panel 2. Enable **"Animated Patches"** 3. Patches will exhibit subtle motion, adding diversity to training **Best for:** Users who find training too repetitive. *** #### 3.3 Lower Difficulty — When You're Stuck **Problem:** Current contrast is too low. I'm getting consecutive answers wrong. **Solution:** * Click **"Lower Difficulty"** * The system raises contrast, bringing you back to a range where you can answer stably **When to use:** * 5 consecutive wrong answers → contrast has fallen below your threshold * Don't force it. Use this to return to a productive difficulty level. > 💡 **Tip:** Lowering difficulty is not "losing." It's the scientifically correct way to train. Efficiency is highest at the right difficulty level. *** #### 3.4 Reset Difficulty — Start Fresh
**Problem:** I want to restart from the beginning. **Solution:** * Click **"Reset Difficulty"** * All parameters (contrast, angle difference, etc.) reset to default **When to use:** * Switching to a different mode and want a clean start * Current parameters feel chaotic *** #### 3.5 Challenge Mode (Pro) **Problem:** I want to skip the warm-up and jump straight into low-contrast, high-difficulty training. **Solution:** * Requires Pro plan * Open **"Challenge Mode"** * Training starts directly from low-contrast levels **Best for:** Experienced users who want to train in the core zone immediately. *** #### 3.6 Export / Import Data (Pro) **Problem:** I switched devices or browsers and lost my training history. **Solution:** * Requires Pro plan * On old device: click **"Export Data"** to save training records * On new device: click **"Import Data"** to restore **Best for:** Pro users switching devices or browsers. *** ### 4. Training Reports
#### 4.1 How to View Today's Summary **Problem:** I finished training and don't know how I did. **Solution:** 1. After training, click the **"Report"** button in the top-right corner 2. Review session metrics 3. Reports are saved locally. (Note: this feature may be limited in some browsers. We recommend using a desktop browser or the in-app browser for best results.) #### 4.2 Key Metrics Explained > 💡 **Focus on "Lowest Contrast":** This is the most important progress indicator. A gradual decrease (e.g., 4% → 3% → 2% → 1% → 0.5%...) means your visual system is learning to process weaker signals. #### 4.3 AI Deep Analysis (Pro)
**Problem:** I don't understand the data and don't know how to train next. **Solution:** * Requires Pro plan * Click **"AI Deep Analysis"** * The system analyzes: * Your stable point (parameters where you answer consistently correctly) * Your fluctuation point (parameters where performance is unstable) * Next training focus (whether to challenge harder parameters or consolidate current level) **Best for:** Pro users who want data-driven training optimization. > This feature may take a moment to generate because the backend performs deep analysis. Please be patient. *** ### 5. Trial Access
#### 5.1 How to Apply for a 3-Day Trial **Problem:** I want to try Pro features before subscribing. **Solution:** 1. Click **"Benefits"** - > **"Request Trial"** 2. Enter your **nickname** + **contact information**
1. Submit application > 💡 **Tip:** Your contact information is important — it's your credential for recovering access. Make sure to use an email or phone number you actively check. #### 5.2 How to Activate After Approval 1. After approval, you will receive a notification 2. Click [here](https://gaborpatchpractice.com/game/gabor-trial-claim-en.html?site=en) check if your Pro features are active if you use the same device. 3. otherwise you can check the pro status by Email or Telegram ID as below
Once activated, all Pro features become available > ⏳ **Approval time:** Typically 1–3 business days. #### 5.3 How to Recover Access on a New Device **Problem:** I switched devices or browsers and lost my Pro access. **Solution:** 1. On the new device, click **"Benefits -> Check benefit status"**
2. Enter the contact information you used when applying 3. The system restores your Pro access > 💡 **Tip:** As long as your contact information stays the same, you can recover access on any number of devices. *** ### 6. Quick Troubleshooting | Question | Answer | | ----------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | The blue dot disappeared | Normal training mechanic. The dot flashes briefly and vanishes — remember the location, then judge direction. Watch the **More -> Beginner guidance** for a demo. | | How do I judge left/right? | Top-left → bottom-right = **Left**. Bottom-left → top-right = **Right**. | | I can't see clearly | (1) Click "Lower Difficulty" to raise contrast. (2) The system auto-raises contrast after consecutive wrong answers. | | Why no left/right buttons in Intermediate mode? | Intermediate mode uses direct grid selection, not direction judgment. Tap the grid with the different angle. | | Access expired | "Click 'Check Benefit Status' using your original contact info, or email us at **** to renew your Pro status." | | How many devices per membership? | Up to two devices can be active simultaneously. Use the same contact info or membership code on both. | #### Device Policy Notes * **Device limit:** Each membership supports up to two simultaneous devices. * **Device recognition:** Frequent browser changes, cache clearing, or switching between app and browser may be recognized as a new device. * **Exceeding the limit:** When more than two devices are logged in, the system prioritizes the current device and the most recently used device. Older devices may need to recover access. * **Data variance:** Cross-device training data may vary slightly due to differences in screen size, brightness, viewing distance, and environment. AI analysis accounts for cross-device factors. *** ### Medical Disclaimer 1. This document is for educational reference only and does not constitute medical advice. 2. This tool (Gabor Visual Training) is a visual exercise aid, **not a medical device**, and does not promise therapeutic outcomes. 3. If you have a diagnosed vision condition, please follow your eye care professional's advice first. 4. Training results vary from person to person. Please maintain realistic expectations. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://gaborpatchpractice.gitbook.io/gaborpatchpractice-docs/getting-started/feature-guide.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.