software extension
[ˈsɔːftwɛər ɪkˈstɛnʃən]
nounpl: software extensions
extensão de software
1. A program or module that adds new features or functionality to existing software applications
The user installed a software extension to enhance the browser's capabilities.
O usuário instalou uma extensão de software para aprimorar as capacidades do navegador.
2. An add-on component designed to work with a primary application to extend its functionalities
This software extension allows seamless integration with third-party tools.
Esta extensão de software permite integração perfeita com ferramentas de terceiros.
3. A supplementary program file or plugin that increases the core capabilities of an application
Many software extensions are available in the marketplace to customize your experience.
Muitas extensões de software estão disponíveis no mercado para personalizar sua experiência.
In Brazil and Portugal, as in the USA, software extensions are integral to the modern computing experience. Brazilian tech users often use the English term 'plugin' colloquially alongside the Portuguese 'extensão de software', reflecting the international nature of software development. In corporate and educational settings in Brazil, the Portuguese term is preferred in official documentation and training materials.
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