Get the picture.
Understand fully.
Get the picture" is a colourful expression used when someone finally understands a situation or concept fully after it has been explained. This idiom visualizes understanding as if information were components of an image coming together to form a complete, clear picture. It's particularly useful in conversations where complex or numerous details are involved.
Example Sentences
Once I explained it using a diagram, everyone seemed to get the picture.
After explaining it with a diagram, everyone understood.
After a long discussion with visual aids and examples, she finally got the picture about how the process works.
After a detailed discussion with visual aids, she understood how the process works.
He struggled initially with the software update, but after a quick tutorial session, he quickly got the picture and started using the advanced features proficiently.
After a quick tutorial session, he understood the software update.
