Declutter your screen
Reducing visual clutter enhances focus and decision-making.
What You'll Do
Spend 2 minutes removing unnecessary icons and tabs from your computer screen before starting a task.
Scientific Basis
High display clutter impairs visual attention and decision consistency—novices under cluttered displays show more erratic gaze patterns, anchoring mood through simplified visuals.
van der Goot, Coder, & others (2019). Display clutter and its effects on visual attention distribution and financial risk judgment. Applied Ergonomics.The Science of Impact
Improving visual clarity can enhance decision-making accuracy, potentially increasing financial outcomes for investors.
Reducing visual noise may lead to calmer cognitive states, improving overall mental wellbeing.
Simplified visuals can enhance learning environments, particularly for novices in complex fields.
Pro Tips
Limit on-screen information to essential elements during decision-making tasks.
Use minimalist design principles in presentations to enhance focus.
Conduct regular reviews of visual materials to eliminate unnecessary clutter.