single selection
[ˈsɪŋɡəl sɪˈlɛkʃən]
nounpl: single selections
seleção única
1. The act or process of choosing one item or option from a set of available choices
The software allows single selection from a dropdown menu.
O software permite seleção única de um menu suspenso.
2. In computing and user interfaces, a mode where only one item can be selected at a time
In single selection mode, clicking another item deselects the previous one.
No modo de seleção única, clicar em outro item cancela a seleção anterior.
3. A choice or pick of one thing among many alternatives
Each voter gets a single selection for mayor.
Cada eleitor recebe uma seleção única para prefeito.
This term is predominantly used in technological and computing contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'seleção única' is the standard terminology in software interfaces, menus, and user experience design. The concept is universal across digital platforms and has become increasingly important with the growth of user interface design in both countries.
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