clear data

[/klɪr ˈdeɪtə/]
verb phrase / noun phrase
limpar dados
1. To delete or remove all data from a device, application, or storage system
You should clear data from your browser cache to improve performance.
Você deveria limpar os dados do cache do seu navegador para melhorar o desempenho.
2. To erase information stored in a database or file system
The administrator will clear data from the old server before decommissioning it.
O administrador vai limpar os dados do servidor antigo antes de desativá-lo.
3. To reset or remove personal information from an application
Clear data from the app settings if you're experiencing technical issues.
Limpe os dados das configurações do aplicativo se estiver enfrentando problemas técnicos.
In Brazilian tech culture, 'limpar dados' is the standard term used in tech support, software development, and IT environments. It's particularly common when troubleshooting app issues or maintaining device performance. This phrase has become increasingly important with data privacy awareness in Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
delete dataerase datawipe dataremove datareset data
Antonyms / Antônimos
save datastore dataretain datapreserve data

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limpar dados
Most common usage in tech contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
limpar dados / apagar dados
Both terms used interchangeably in tech industry
Rio de Janeiro
limpar dados
Standard usage in technical settings
Portugal
limpar dados / apagar dados
Portuguese variant uses similar terminology

Related Words

cachestoragedatabaseapplication datasystem filesreset

Related Idioms & Phrases

clear the decks
wipe the slate clean
factory reset
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