portable document format
[POR-tuh-bul DOK-yuh-muhnt FOR-mat]
nounpl: portable document formats
formato de documento portátil
1. A file format developed by Adobe Systems that preserves the layout, fonts, images, and graphics of a document independently of the software, hardware, or operating system used to view or print it
The company requires all contracts to be submitted in portable document format to ensure consistency across different devices.
A empresa exige que todos os contratos sejam enviados em formato de documento portátil para garantir consistência entre diferentes dispositivos.
2. A standardized electronic document format designed for reliable distribution and viewing of content
She converted the spreadsheet to portable document format before sending it to the client.
Ela converteu a planilha para formato de documento portátil antes de enviar ao cliente.
In both Brazil and the USA, the term 'portable document format' is primarily used in formal or technical contexts. In everyday usage, both countries prefer the acronym 'PDF' which has become ubiquitous in business, education, and digital communication. Adobe's PDF has become the de facto standard for document sharing internationally, making it essential terminology in professional environments across both countries.
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