background scaling
[ˈbækɡraʊnd ˈskeɪlɪŋ]
nounpl: background scalings
dimensionamento de fundo
1. The process of adjusting the size or resolution of a background image or element to fit different screen sizes or display resolutions while maintaining visual quality
The website uses background scaling to ensure the hero image looks good on both mobile and desktop devices.
O site usa dimensionamento de fundo para garantir que a imagem de herói pareça boa em dispositivos móveis e desktop.
2. In graphics and web design, a technique that automatically resizes background images based on viewport dimensions or user-defined parameters
Background scaling was applied to the CSS property background-size to make the image responsive.
O dimensionamento de fundo foi aplicado à propriedade CSS background-size para tornar a imagem responsiva.
3. The computational process of resizing raster or vector background elements without losing clarity or introducing distortion
Proper background scaling requires choosing between cover, contain, or stretch methods.
O dimensionamento adequado de fundo exige escolher entre os métodos cover, contain ou stretch.
This is primarily technical jargon used in web development, UI/UX design, and computer graphics. In Brazil, the tech community often uses a mix of English and Portuguese terminology. The term is increasingly important with the rise of responsive web design and mobile-first development approaches. In the USA and international tech communities, 'background scaling' is a standard term in CSS and web development documentation.
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