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The fundamentals of eye tracking

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The fundamentals of eye tracking

Summary

Eye tracking reveals where, when, and why we move our eyes — offering powerful insights into attention, perception, decision-making, and other cognitive processes.

This comprehensive guide introduces the fundamentals of eye tracking, covering key concepts, technologies, and practical applications across a variety of research contexts. Whether you're new to eye tracking or refining your setup, this white paper offers clear guidance on selecting the right tools and designing successful experiments.  

What’s inside

  • What eye tracking is and how it works 

  • The value eye tracking brings to research 

  • Types of eye trackers and how to choose the right one 

  • Eight fictional researcher profiles highlighting common use cases 

  • Key eye tracking metrics and how to interpret them 

  • How to set up your first eye tracking study 

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Written by

Ieva Miseviciute, Ph.D.

Read time

6 min

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Author

  • Ieva Miseviciute, Ph.D.

    Ieva Miseviciute, Ph.D.

    SCIENCE WRITER, TOBII

    As a science writer, I get to read peer-reviewed publications and write about the use of eye tracking in scientific research. I love discovering the new ways in which eye tracking advances our understanding of human cognition.

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