master setting

[ˈmæstər ˈsɛtɪŋ]
nounpl: master settings
configuração mestra
1. A primary or primary configuration in a system, software, or device that controls or overrides other settings
The master setting for volume control affects all audio outputs on the device.
A configuração mestra para controle de volume afeta todas as saídas de áudio do dispositivo.
2. In technology, a dominant configuration that establishes defaults for subsidiary or dependent settings
You can adjust individual settings, but the master setting determines the overall system behavior.
Você pode ajustar as configurações individuais, mas a configuração mestra determina o comportamento geral do sistema.
3. A foundational parameter or control point that governs related functions or processes
The master setting in the audio software allows you to control brightness across all displays.
A configuração mestra no software de áudio permite controlar o brilho em todos os monitores.
This term is predominantly used in technology and software contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking regions. In Brazil, 'configuração mestra' is the standard term found in software interfaces and technical manuals. The concept reflects the hierarchical nature of modern digital systems where certain controls supersede others. It's particularly common in audio engineering, photography software, and system administration contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
primary settingmain configurationdefault settingglobal settingsystem setting
Antonyms / Antônimos
secondary settinglocal settingindividual settingsubsidiary setting

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
configuração mestra
Most common term used in Brazilian tech contexts
São Paulo
configuração principal
Alternative used in some technical documentation
Portugal
definição mestra
Portuguese variant; 'definição' is preferred over 'configuração' in some contexts
General English (USA/UK)
master setting
Standard terminology in software and hardware documentation

Related Words

configurationparametercontrolpreferencedefaultoverride

Related Idioms & Phrases

master the settings
adjust the master setting
override with master setting
master setting takes precedence
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