An optical finderscope is a small telescope mounted on a larger telescope, designed to help users locate celestial objects more easily. It typically has a lower magnification and a wider field of view, allowing for a broader perspective of the night sky. This makes it simpler to aim the main telescope at specific stars, planets, or other astronomical targets. Finderscopes often come with crosshairs or reticles to assist in precise aiming. They can be either straight-through or right-angle designs, depending on user preference. Many amateur astronomers use finderscopes to enhance their stargazing experience and improve their ability to track objects in the sky.