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I am nearsighted and want computer glasses. i wear progressive lenses with dist. -2.0 and add +2.5. what lens should i order?

Q: i am nearsighted and want computer glasses. i wear progressive lenses with dist. -2.0 and add +2.5. what lens should i order?

: Given that you are near sighted, it is possible that you could use a computer without reading glasses, but if not try a +1.00 for the computer.

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Given that you are near sighted, it is possible that you could use a computer without reading glasses, but if not try a +1.00 for the computer.

Answered 11/7/2022

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A member asked:

I am nearsighted and want computer glasses. i wear progressive lenses with dist. -2.0 and add +2.5. what lens should i order?

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