Chase

Chase is a pursuit-tracking task, based on the pursuit-rotor tests used in motor-learning research since the 1950s. A dot glides along a smooth, looping path and your job is to keep your finger or cursor on it. It measures hand-eye coordination and continuous motor control — the ability to predict and track a moving target.

Cognitive domain: Motor Precision

Follow the moving dot with your finger (or cursor), staying as close to its center as you can. The dot turns bright while you are on target and dims when you drift off. It runs for 20 seconds; the more of that time you stay on it, the higher your score.

Your score is the percentage of time you kept on target. On the MindSprint scale, around 85% is top-tier. Smooth anticipation beats frantic correction — good trackers lead the dot rather than chase it.

• Anticipate where the dot is heading instead of reacting to where it is.
• Make small, smooth adjustments rather than big jerky ones.
• Keep a relaxed grip and let your arm move fluidly.
• Watch the dot's path, not your cursor — trust your hand to follow.

What does pursuit tracking measure?

Hand-eye coordination and continuous visuomotor control while following a moving target.

Is it used in research?

Yes — pursuit-rotor tasks are classic tools in motor learning and rehabilitation studies.

Any tips to improve?

Anticipate the path and make smooth corrections; leading the target beats chasing it.