I wouldn't call myself a cuber but I can solve a Rubik's cube. However, I can only do the beginners method which isn't that fast. I tried to teach myself to speed solve but I can't see it intuitively and there was far too many algorithms to remember.
When you learn the FTL (first two layers) technique, there are loads of algorithms. However, the trick is to learn it more by eye and only rely on two or three of the algorithms that don't make much sense visually (but are really quick to do). It's really nice to just look and see in your mind how all the bits will move about.
For the other stages in solving, I don't rely on visuals at all, just on muscle memory in my fingers.
When you learn the FTL (first two layers) technique, there are loads of algorithms. However, the trick is to learn it more by eye and only rely on two or three of the algorithms that don't make much sense visually (but are really quick to do). It's really nice to just look and see in your mind how all the bits will move about.
For the other stages in solving, I don't rely on visuals at all, just on muscle memory in my fingers.
There are patterns of moves that repeat across several algorithms, they're just reflected or rotated. If you can see them (which I don't think is too difficult if you slow down and watch what's happening), you start to just "know" how to pair up two pieces and slot them home.
With the beginners method I just use muscle memory which is why I can do it. It took me a long time to learn but now it's easy.
I cannot see visually with the FTL technique, that is my issue. I just can't tell where it's meant to go to be able to use only a few of the algorithms.
