Abstract Taking VESTA software as an example to discuss the integrated application of three-dimensional visualization software in the teaching of crystal materials, emphasizing its role as a bridge between abstract concepts and image cognition. The three-dimensional visualization function of VESTA is beneficial for understanding teaching content such as crystal structure, lattice parameters, and symmetry operations, realizes immersive teaching methods and improves student participation. In the teaching of electronic structure, VESTA is used to display the charge distribution, so that students can understand abstract concepts such as energy levels, energy bands and density of states. Specifically, the innovative methods, potential challenges and coping strategies for integrating VESTA into the teaching of crystal materials are analyzed. In summary, VESTA visualization software is expected to change the teaching methods of chemistry and materials disciplines such as crystal and electronic structure by promoting interactive learning, visual understanding, and independent exploration. This integration enables students to effectively interpret the complexity of crystal materials.
