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active format

[ˈæktɪv ˈfɔːrmæt]
nounpl: active formats
formato ativo
1. In computing and video technology, a format that is currently in use or selected for processing, display, or transmission
The active format determines how the video will be displayed on the monitor.
O formato ativo determina como o vídeo será exibido no monitor.
2. In spreadsheet applications, the currently selected cell or range that is ready to receive input or be edited
The active format in Excel shows which cells are highlighted for data entry.
O formato ativo no Excel mostra quais células estão destacadas para entrada de dados.
3. In audiovisual standards, the portion of a video signal that contains visible picture information
The active format area excludes the blanking interval in television signals.
A área do formato ativo exclui o intervalo de apagamento nos sinais de televisão.
Synonyms
current formatselected formatworking formatactive cell
Antonyms
inactive formatpassive format

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
formato ativo
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese tech terminology
São Paulo
formato ativo
Common in business and technology sectors
Portugal
formato ativo
Standard usage in European Portuguese, sometimes 'formato em uso'

Related Idioms & Phrases

change the active format
set the active format
clear active format
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