preferences file

[prɪˈfɛrənsɪz faɪl]
nounpl: preferences files
arquivo de preferências
1. A computer file that stores user settings and configuration options for an application or operating system
The preferences file contains all the customized settings for the email client.
O arquivo de preferências contém todas as configurações personalizadas do cliente de email.
2. A configuration file that allows users to save their choices regarding appearance, behavior, and functionality of software
Deleting the preferences file will reset the application to its default settings.
Deletar o arquivo de preferências redefinirá o aplicativo para suas configurações padrão.
This is primarily technical jargon used in computing contexts across both Brazilian Portuguese and American English-speaking communities. In Brazil, IT professionals commonly refer to 'arquivo de preferências' when troubleshooting software issues. The term reflects the globalized nature of software development and technology support, with minimal regional variation in usage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
configuration filesettings fileconfig fileuser preferences file

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
arquivo de preferências
standard technical term used in software and computing contexts
São Paulo
arquivo de preferências
commonly used in tech industry and IT support
Portugal
ficheiro de preferências
uses 'ficheiro' instead of 'arquivo' following European Portuguese terminology
General American
preferences file
standard terminology in software development and IT support

Related Words

configurationsettingsuser profilesystem preferencesapplication settingsconfig directory

Related Idioms & Phrases

reset preferences file
clear preferences file
corrupt preferences file
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