non-mandatory features

[/nɑn-ˈman-də-tɔr-i ˈfi-tʃərz/]
nounpl: non-mandatory features
funcionalidades não obrigatórias
1. Software or product characteristics, functionalities, or capabilities that are optional and not required for basic operation or compliance
The software includes non-mandatory features such as advanced reporting and custom themes that users can enable if needed.
O software inclui funcionalidades não obrigatórias, como relatórios avançados e temas personalizados, que os usuários podem ativar se necessário.
2. Optional elements in a system, standard, or specification that enhance functionality but are not essential for core requirements
The API supports several non-mandatory features for developers who want to extend their applications.
A API suporta várias funcionalidades não obrigatórias para desenvolvedores que desejam estender suas aplicações.
This is technical terminology commonly used in software development, IT specifications, and product management in both the United States and Brazil. In Brazilian corporate culture, the distinction between 'obrigatório' (mandatory) and 'opcional' (optional) is crucial in system requirements documentation and compliance frameworks. The term is increasingly important in discussions of software standards, regulatory compliance, and user accessibility features.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
optional featuresdiscretionary featuressupplementary featuresadd-on featuresfuncionalidades opcionais
Antonyms / Antônimos
mandatory featuresrequired featuresessential featuresfuncionalidades obrigatórias

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
funcionalidades não obrigatórias
Standard formal usage in technology and software documentation
São Paulo
recursos opcionais
Alternative commonly used in tech industry and corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
funcionalidades extras
Informal variant meaning extra or additional features
Portugal
funcionalidades não obrigatórias / funcionalidades opcionais
Both terms used; European Portuguese generally prefers 'funcionalidades opcionais'

Related Words

optional functionalitycore featuresadd-onsextensionspluginscomplementary features

Related Idioms & Phrases

bells and whistles (informal for non-mandatory features)
nice-to-have features
cherry on top
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