When two items are physically close to each other, our brain tends to perceive them as part of the same group or entity. This principle is known as the proximity principle.
Related terms
Grouping Principle: This term refers to the various ways our brain organizes information into meaningful patterns or groups.
Similarity Principle: Our brain tends to group objects that have similar characteristics, such as color or shape.
Continuity Principle: This principle states that we tend to perceive smooth, continuous lines rather than disjointed ones.