The Size of Space
Scroll outwards from a human to the observable universe, with each step making the previous one look absurd.
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How to get the most from it
The Size of Space sits in Space & Scale under Learn, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something mesmerising and brainy.
About this category: Space, deep time and the size of things. Every site here exists to give you the one thing a textbook diagram cannot: actual scale.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- Watching something hypnotic for a while
- Giving your brain a workout
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
The Size of Space: quick answers
Is The Size of Space free?
Yes. The Size of Space is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use The Size of Space?
No. You can use The Size of Space without signing up for anything.
Does The Size of Space work on a phone?
Yes. The Size of Space works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is The Size of Space safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does The Size of Space take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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