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    Masking and crowding share common neural mechanisms, linked to the perceptive field (PF) size. This finding explains how training in one area can improve visual processing in others, like reading and reducing crowding.

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    • To determine if the perceptive field (PF) size explains both masking and crowding effects across the visual field.
    • To explore the spatiotemporal properties underlying these phenomena.

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  • Correlated masking and crowding effects with PF size under varied spatiotemporal conditions.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant individual variability in PF size and crowding effects was observed.
    • Both masking and crowding effects correlated with estimated PF size in the fovea and periphery.
    • These correlations held under specific spatiotemporal parameters.

    Conclusions:

    • Masking and crowding share common neural mechanisms, particularly concerning spatiotemporal properties.
    • The size of the human perceptive field (PF) is a unifying factor for both phenomena.
    • Findings suggest potential for training-induced improvements in visual tasks like reading and reduced crowding.