rasterization

[/ˌræs.tə.raɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/]
nounfemininepl: rasterizations
rasterização
1. The process of converting vector graphics or continuous images into a raster image composed of pixels or dots
The rasterization of the SVG file produced a high-quality PNG image.
A rasterização do arquivo SVG produziu uma imagem PNG de alta qualidade.
2. In computer graphics, the technique of rendering three-dimensional models to a two-dimensional pixel-based image
Modern GPUs handle rasterization at extremely fast speeds for real-time graphics.
GPUs modernos lidam com a rasterização em velocidades extremamente rápidas para gráficos em tempo real.
3. The conversion of geometric shapes into discrete pixel values for display on a screen
The printer uses rasterization to convert the design into printable dots.
A impressora usa rasterização para converter o design em pontos imprimíveis.
Rasterization is a fundamental concept in computer graphics and digital imaging, widely used in software development, game design, and graphic design industries in both Brazil and the USA. The term is typically used in technical contexts and is part of the standard vocabulary in IT and design professions. In Brazil, as technology companies grow, this term has become increasingly common in tech hubs like São Paulo.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
pixelationrenderingscan conversionbitmap conversion
Antonyms / Antônimos
vectorizationvectorial conversionabstraction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rasterização
Standard technical term used in computing and graphic design
São Paulo
rasterização
Commonly used in tech industry and design studios
Portugal
rasterização
Technical term also used in Portuguese computing contexts, though less common
Rio de Janeiro
rasterização
Standard usage in technology sector

Related Words

rastervector graphicspixelrenderingbitmapGPUanti-aliasingscan line algorithm

Related Idioms & Phrases

rasterization pipeline
software rasterization
hardware rasterization
rasterization engine
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