graphics error

[ˈɡræfɪks ˈɛrər]
nounpl: graphics errors
erro gráfico
1. A malfunction or failure in the visual display system of a computer or device, resulting in incorrect rendering of images, text, or visual elements
The user encountered a graphics error when launching the video game, causing the screen to display corrupted textures.
O usuário encontrou um erro gráfico ao iniciar o videogame, causando a exibição de texturas corrompidas na tela.
2. A technical issue related to the graphics processing unit (GPU) or graphics drivers that prevents proper image output
A graphics error occurred after updating the video card drivers, resulting in a black screen.
Um erro gráfico ocorreu após atualizar os drivers da placa de vídeo, resultando em uma tela preta.
3. An error in the rendering or display of graphical user interface elements in software applications
The application threw a graphics error when trying to render the 3D model.
A aplicação lançou um erro gráfico ao tentar renderizar o modelo 3D.
In both Brazilian and American tech communities, 'graphics error' is a standard technical term used primarily in gaming, software development, and IT support contexts. Brazilians commonly encounter this term when playing international games or using software with graphics-intensive features. In the USA, this term is ubiquitous in gaming culture and IT documentation.
NYC Slang
graphics glitch, GPU fail
Synonyms / Sinônimos
display errorrendering errorGPU errorvideo errorvisual glitch
Antonyms / Antônimos
graphics successproper rendering

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
erro gráfico
Standard technical term used in Brazil for graphics-related errors
São Paulo
erro de gráfico
Alternative variation commonly used in São Paulo's tech community
Rio de Janeiro
erro gráfico
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
erro de gráficos
European Portuguese uses the plural form 'gráficos' more frequently

Related Words

graphics cardGPU drivervideo memoryrendering enginedisplay resolutionframe rateartifact

Related Idioms & Phrases

graphics error on startup
critical graphics error
unrecoverable graphics error
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