Use a Pointer or Guide
Short Answer
A pointer (finger, pen, or cursor) gives your eyes a stable target to follow. It reduces mind-wandering and backtracking, keeps your pace consistent, and makes it easier to read in chunks.
How to Use It Well
1) Smooth motion:{" "} Move the pointer steadily—no tapping or jumping.
2) Slightly under text:{" "} Track just under the line so you don’t block words.
3) Calibrate pace:{" "} Start at a comfortable speed, then increase by 5–10% once you can summarize reliably.
Common Mistake
Using a pointer as a “metronome” that forces you faster than your comprehension can handle. Your pointer should guide attention, not bully the pace. If comprehension drops, slow down until summaries return.