input structure

[/ˈɪnpʊt ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: input structures
estrutura de entrada
1. The organized format or arrangement of data, information, or commands that are entered into a system, program, or device
The application requires a specific input structure to process user data correctly.
O aplicativo requer uma estrutura de entrada específica para processar os dados do usuário corretamente.
2. In programming and software development, the predefined schema or framework that defines how input data should be organized and formatted
The developer designed an input structure using XML to standardize form submissions.
O desenvolvedor projetou uma estrutura de entrada usando XML para padronizar os envios de formulários.
3. In systems and engineering, the physical or logical arrangement through which external data or signals enter a system
The sensor's input structure determines how accurately it can receive environmental data.
A estrutura de entrada do sensor determina com que precisão ele pode receber dados ambientais.
This is primarily a technical term used in software development, engineering, and IT contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is neutral across regions and is typically used in professional and academic settings. In Brazil, professionals may occasionally use 'estrutura de input' as a calque from English in informal tech discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
input formatdata structureinput schemaentry formatinput layout
Antonyms / Antônimos
output structuredisorganized input

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estrutura de entrada
Most common and standard term used in technology sectors
São Paulo
estrutura de entrada
Standard usage in major tech hubs
Portugal
estrutura de entrada
Same term used; sometimes 'formato de entrada' preferred
Technical English (International)
estrutura de input
Common in Brazilian tech communities using English borrowing

Related Words

data inputinput validationinput processingoutput structuredatabase schemaAPI endpoint

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow the input structure
comply with the input structure
define an input structure
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