apply changes

[/əˈplaɪ ˈtʃeɪndʒɪz/]
verb phrase
aplicar alterações
1. to put into effect or implement modifications to a system, document, or software
Click the button to apply changes to your profile settings.
Clique no botão para aplicar alterações nas configurações do seu perfil.
2. to save and activate modifications that have been made
After editing the document, you need to apply changes before closing.
Depois de editar o documento, você precisa aplicar as alterações antes de fechar.
3. to make revisions effective in a program or application
The software will ask if you want to apply changes before updating.
O software perguntará se você deseja aplicar alterações antes de atualizar.
This phrase is predominantly used in technological and business contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is a standard term in software interfaces, documentation, and technical support across both cultures. The phrase has become universal with the globalization of software and technology, making regional variations minimal.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
implement changesexecute modificationssave changesconfirm changesactivate changes
Antonyms / Antônimos
discard changescancel changesreject changesrevert changes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
aplicar alterações
most common usage in tech and everyday contexts
São Paulo
aplicar mudanças
alternative phrasing, equally acceptable
Rio de Janeiro
aplicar alterações
standard usage in technical documentation
Portugal
aplicar alterações
same as Brazilian Portuguese, universally understood

Related Words

saveupdatemodifyeditconfirmsettings

Related Idioms & Phrases

apply changes and close
apply changes to take effect
apply pending changes
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