Watching TV has become an entertaining pastime for many. With advancing technology, TV screens are growing larger and thinner, and are being designed with features that are more eye-friendly.
However, one factor that significantly impacts the ‘windows to our souls’ is the viewing distance. Not many people are aware of the safe distance from the screen to optimize the audio-visual experience while protecting their eyesight.
Many Vietnamese users prefer buying larger TV screens and focus on aesthetic decoration, inadvertently neglecting the recommended viewing distance guidelines. This oversight can silently harm their eyes when they sit too close to the screen.
Sitting too close to the TV can directly affect your eye health.
What is the recommended viewing distance for TVs to avoid eye strain and damage?
Sitting too close to the screen can be detrimental to your eyes if done continuously or for extended periods. Additionally, a large TV screen in a small room can also silently harm your eyes over time.
Below are the recommended viewing distances to ensure a safe and enjoyable viewing experience without compromising eye health. Specifically, for a 40-inch TV, the minimum recommended distance is 6 feet (1.8 meters). Similarly, for a 48-inch TV, the distance should be at least 7.1 feet (2.16 meters), and so on…
Recommended viewing distances for TVs to maintain eye health, as suggested by experts.
Thus, the larger the TV screen, the farther the optimal viewing distance. Maintaining a reasonable viewing distance also helps prevent eye conditions such as myopia and astigmatism for you and your family.
Furthermore, according to Australia’s government health page, screen time for children aged 2-5 years should not exceed 1 hour per day. For children aged 5-17 years, the recommended limit is 2 hours per day. For adults, screen time should be limited to 2 hours daily, excluding work-related screen time.
Experts also suggest following the 20-20-20 rule to maintain eye health while watching TV: Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and focus on an object 20 feet (6 meters) away to give your eyes a rest.
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