The Law of Pragnanz

The Law of Pragnanz, also called the law of good form, is a principle from Gestalt psychology stating that our minds tend to interpret visual information in the simplest, most organized way possible. When we see complex scenes, our brain naturally arranges shapes, lines, and patterns into clear, stable forms rather than confusing or ambiguous ones. Essentially, we prefer to perceive complex images as the most straightforward and symmetrical shapes, making sense of the world quickly and efficiently. This helps us navigate and understand our surroundings without unnecessary mental effort.