Microsaccades are tiny involuntary eye movements that occur while we are fixating on an object. Though these movements are nearly imperceptible to the naked eye, they play a crucial role in visual perception and attentional processes. Some synonyms for the word microsaccade include eye jitter, miniscule gaze shift, or tiny eye tremors. These micro-movements can occur up to 100 times per second and can be difficult to study without specialized technology such as eye trackers. Researchers have found that microsaccades can reveal information about cognitive processes such as working memory and decision-making, making them a vital area of study in vision research.