READING YOUR PRESCRIPTION
Your guide to understanding eye exam codes, easily.
A prescription may seem full of numbers and abbreviations, but it actually contains simple information that helps manufacture your lenses accurately. At OUTLET EYEWEAR, we explain what each symbol means so you can confidently enter your data when ordering your prescription glasses.
EXAMPLE PRESCRIPTION
Click any field below to see what it means
Every field in this slip is clickable — including PD and Prism at the bottom
What If I Don't Understand the Prescription?
Don't worry. You can simply upload a photo of the prescription, and our optical team will review it and enter the data on your behalf.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Quick answers before you order
It's best to use the most recent prescription, especially if more than a year has passed or you've noticed a change in your vision level.
It's best to use the most recent prescription, especially if more than a year has passed or you've noticed a change in your vision level.
No problem. You can complete the order and send the prescription later, and our team will review it before manufacturing begins.
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