Get Your Pupillary Distance
Get Your Pupillary Distance
3 Different Ways
Use Your Phone
Use the camera on your phone to measure your PD digitally with this free App. See how here.
Measure Yourself
Using a ruler, a mirror, paper & pencil, you can easily get your own PD measurement. See how here.
Ask Your Doctor
Your doctor will know, or can get your PD using the equipment in their office
Measure Your Own PD
Measure Your Own PD
8 Inches Of Space
Stand about 8" away from a mirror. Make sure you have good lighting so that you can clearly see your beautiful eyes.
Grab Your Ruler
Look straight ahead into the mirror & place the ruler over the bridge of your nose. If you have trouble, ask a friend to help.
Let's Measure
Starting with the right eye, line up the zero end of the ruler at your pupil; measure the distance from your right to your left pupil.
Congratulations!
The millimeter number that lines up with your left pupil is the measurement you want. Repeat a few more times for accuracy.
Tools You Will Need
- Mirror - So you can admire yourself.
- Ruler - One that has millimeters.
- Pencil & Paper - So you can write down your PD.
- Maybe a friend to help.
PD Scan Tool
PD Scan Tool
Fastest & Accurate
Download
Download the app from Google Play and then open the app
Smartphone
You'll use your phone to take measurements of your eyes
Plastic Card
A card with a magnetic strip will calibrate measurements.
Tools You Will Need
- GlassesOn App - Download the free App
- Mobile Phone - Use the camera on your phone
- A card - So we can align your eyes.
F.A.Q
Frequently Asked Questions
PD, or Pupillary Distance, is simply the distance from the center of your pupils. It is measured in millimeters from the center of your right eye to the center of your left eye.
This measurement is important to ensure that your prescription is centered.