Creative Terms

Pattern Interruption

Pattern interruption is a technique that disrupts predictable visuals or sounds to capture attention in ad creative. It's particularly effective on platforms where users scroll quickly, as it encourages viewers to pause and engage with the ad.

Definition

Pattern interruption is a technique that disrupts predictable visuals or sounds to capture attention in ad creative. It's particularly effective on platforms where users scroll quickly, as it encourages viewers to pause and engage with the ad.

Examples

Using an unexpected color shift in videos

Inserting a sudden pause in audio to capture attention

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