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Lens Guide - How to Measure PD, Pupillary Distance, Progressive vs Bifocal, Blue Light Glasses Explained

Eydology Lens Guide 2026 - What is PD, How to Measure Pupillary Distance at Home, Progressive Lenses, Blue Light Filter

The frame is the easy choice. The lens is where an order actually gets confusing — here's what each option on Eydology's checkout means, in plain terms.

Correction type

Single-Vision

One correction, one focal distance

The standard option for most people under 40 or anyone correcting only near- or far-sightedness. Cheapest and simplest lens type.

Progressive

Multiple corrections, no visible line

Blends distance, mid-range, and reading correction into one lens with a smooth transition. The modern replacement for bifocals — costs more, takes a short adjustment period, but avoids the visible line.

Bifocal

Two corrections, visible line

A distinct near-vision segment at the bottom of the lens with a visible line separating it from distance correction. Cheaper than progressive and some people find the sharper zone boundary easier to adapt to.

Reading

Magnification only, no distance correction

For close-up tasks only — reading, screens. Not meant to be worn while walking around or driving.

Lens features

Blue-Light

Filters screen glare, not a prescription change

Reduces blue wavelength light from screens. Worth adding if you're on a screen most of the day; skip it if screen time isn't a factor for you — it doesn't sharpen vision on its own.

Photochromic / Transitions

Darkens in sunlight, clears indoors

One lens doubles as sunglasses outdoors and clears back up inside. Convenient if you don't want a separate pair of prescription sunglasses, though it typically won't darken behind a car windshield.

Polarized

Cuts glare off flat, reflective surfaces

Mainly relevant for sunglasses and driving lenses — reduces glare off roads, water, and snow. Doesn't affect indoor prescription lenses.

High-Index

Thinner, lighter lens for strong prescriptions

A standard lens gets noticeably thick at higher prescriptions. High-index material keeps the lens (and the frame's overall look) slimmer — worth the upgrade if your prescription is on the stronger side.

Color-Tinted

Cosmetic tint, not a functional filter

Adds a fashion tint to the lens. Doesn't add UV or blue-light protection by itself — those are separate options if you want them.

Driving

Tuned for glare and headlights at night

A lens coating aimed at reducing glare from oncoming headlights and wet roads. Worth it specifically if you drive a lot at night; less relevant otherwise.

Pick your frame, then match the lens

Once you know which lens type you need, head back to the eyeglasses or sunglasses guide to pick a frame that suits it.

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