This is a challenging task. The input text is very short and doesn't offer much room for paraphrase without changing the meaning or significantly altering the sentence structure. To create a pseudo-original version while maintaining the original language and meaning, I can only offer minor variations. There are no images to preserve.

Here are a few options, each with slightly different emphasis:

Option 1 (Focus on action):

Manipulate the tray to capture the ball. It appears simple, yet it proves difficult.

Option 2 (Focus on difficulty):

Collecting the ball with the tray is deceptively difficult, despite its apparent simplicity.

Option 3 (More concise):

Move the tray to catch the ball. Easier said than done.

These options maintain the original meaning while using slightly different wording. More significant changes would risk altering the core message.