visuospatial sketchpad

The visuospatial sketchpad is a component of our working memory that temporarily holds and manipulates visual and spatial information. It allows us to visualize objects, navigate environments, or recall how something looks without seeing it directly. For example, it helps you remember the layout of a room or plan a route in your mind. This mental workspace is essential for tasks involving sight and space, enabling us to process and organize visual details efficiently as we think or solve problems.