What the “Square Counting” Puzzle Really Reveals About How You Think

When you first see the grid, you’ll probably spot the nine small squares right away. But if you take a slower, more deliberate look, you start noticing additional layers:

• Four medium squares created by grouping smaller ones
• One large square forming the outline of the entire grid

All together, there are 14 squares hidden within the image. Spotting them all requires a calm eye for structure and the ability to view the picture both up close and as a whole.

Online, people have turned the puzzle into a playful personality game. While these categories are not based on real psychology, they’re lighthearted ways to think about how your brain approaches patterns:

6–8 squares:
You tend to look at what’s most obvious and move forward without overthinking. You’re relaxed, practical, and not easily rattled by small details.

9–11 squares:

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