how can solar panels be transparent if they rely on absorbing light

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i saw an article about a new Garmin device utilizing transparent solar panels but how can they let light through if they need to absorb light to create energy
what happened in the solar panel-community?

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Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are a newer type of solar cell that can be made transparent. Unlike traditional solar panels, DSSCs use a dye that absorbs light to create an electrical current. This makes them great for applications where transparency is important, like windows or smartphone screens. The Garmin device likely uses DSSCs to capture energy from the sun while still being able to see through the screen.