The electronic lens will automatically adjust to give sharp focus on objects from arm’s length to up close enabling you to accomplish such everyday tasks as reading menus, checking medications, hobbywork, etc. The magnification can be varied from 3X to a massive 18X, so the Quicklook Focus will remain useful should your eyesight deteriorate. The patented flip-out camera enables you see as you write. Great for signing forms,crosswords or sudoku. The lights can be turned off to let you read mobile phone displays, etc. The freeze function can capture images for closer examination. You might use this function- to capture a phone number and bring the Quicklook to the phone to dial it.