If that’s the case, would things outside our field of view still have an effect on us? And to what extent?

purely imaginary things exist only in the mind.

Maybe we’re not aware of a non-existent thing itself, but of an idea or perception in our minds.

Why do you think it’s solipsism? Can you explain your reasoning?

I know this example, but I want to see what people think from their own point of view. Like,Do things exist independently of our awareness of them?