Which adjustment will lower the front of the frame?

To lower the front of the frame, bending the pad arms down effectively modifies the angle at which the pads sit on the wearer’s nose. This adjustment causes the entire front of the frame to tilt downwards, thereby lowering the front of the frame itself.

When the pad arms are bent downward, the pads themselves also move downward, which directly influences the vertical position of the lenses along the face. This is particularly pertinent when trying to achieve a desired fitting that ensures optimal visual alignment and comfort.

In contrast, other options do not achieve the same mechanical effect. Spreading the pads closer together would maintain the same angles and generally result in the front being raised rather than lowered. Lengthening the pad arms moves the pads away from the frame front and can also have the effect of pushing the front of the frame higher. Lowering the temple height adjusts the angle and fit of the temples, not the front of the frame. Thus, bending the pad arms down is the most direct and effective method to lower the front of the frame.