concealed graphics

[kən-ˈsēld ˈgra-fiks]
nounpl: concealed graphics
gráficos ocultos
1. Visual elements, images, or illustrations that are hidden, obscured, or not immediately visible in a document, presentation, or digital interface, often requiring specific actions to reveal
The PDF document contained concealed graphics that only appeared when the layers were made visible.
O documento PDF continha gráficos ocultos que só apareciam quando as camadas eram tornadas visíveis.
2. In design and publishing, graphical content that is intentionally hidden behind text, overlays, or formatting elements for aesthetic or functional purposes
The website used concealed graphics in its design to improve loading times while maintaining visual appeal.
O site usava gráficos ocultos em seu design para melhorar o tempo de carregamento mantendo o apelo visual.
This term is primarily used in technical and design contexts in both Brazilian and American English-speaking communities. It is commonly encountered in web design, digital publishing, and software development discussions. The concept relates to user experience design principles where information or visual elements are progressively revealed to avoid overwhelming the user interface.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
hidden graphicsobscured imagesmasked graphicsinvisible graphicslayered graphics
Antonyms / Antônimos
visible graphicsexposed graphicsdisplayed graphicsrevealed graphics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gráficos ocultos
Standard term used in design and publishing industries
General Brazilian
gráficos escondidos
More colloquial alternative
Portugal
gráficos ocultos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical term in design

Related Words

image maskinggraphic layershidden elementsoverlay graphicssteganographyvisual hierarchy

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of sight, out of mind
hidden depths
beneath the surface
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