file printing

[/faɪl ˈprɪntɪŋ/]
noun
impressão de arquivo
1. The process of outputting the contents of a computer file to a physical printer or digital format
File printing allows users to generate hard copies of documents stored on their computers.
A impressão de arquivo permite que os usuários gerem cópias físicas de documentos armazenados em seus computadores.
2. In computing, the operation of sending a file from storage to a printing device for output
The system supports file printing from multiple file formats including PDF and Word documents.
O sistema suporta impressão de arquivo a partir de múltiplos formatos de arquivo, incluindo PDF e documentos Word.
3. The technical process or feature within software that enables document output
You can adjust the quality settings before file printing to save ink.
Você pode ajustar as configurações de qualidade antes da impressão de arquivo para economizar tinta.
File printing is a fundamental computer operation in both American and Brazilian business environments. In Brazil, with increasing digitalization, the term 'impressão de arquivo' is commonly used in IT departments and office settings. The practice reflects the ongoing transition from paper-based to digital documentation, though printing remains important in formal business communications and official documents.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
document printingprint outputprinting to filehard copy generation
Antonyms / Antônimos
digital displayscreen viewingsoft copy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
impressão de arquivo
Standard term used in most of Brazil
São Paulo
impressão de arquivo / impressão de ficheiro
More technical contexts may use additional terminology
Rio de Janeiro
impressão de arquivo
Commonly used in business and IT settings
Portugal
impressão de ficheiro
Portuguese uses 'ficheiro' instead of 'arquivo' for file

Related Words

printer driverprint queuefile formatoutput devicedocument managementPDF conversion

Related Idioms & Phrases

send to print
print to file
hard copy output
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