tracked alteration

[/trækt ɔːltəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: tracked alterations
alteração rastreada
1. A recorded modification to a document or file where the original content is preserved and visible, typically marked with metadata showing who made the change and when
The editor enabled tracked alterations so all revisions would be documented for review.
O editor ativou as alterações rastreadas para que todas as revisões fossem documentadas para revisão.
2. A change to text or content that is monitored and logged by software, allowing users to accept, reject, or review modifications
Using tracked alterations in Word makes it easy to see who edited the document.
O uso de alterações rastreadas no Word facilita a visualização de quem editou o documento.
This term is primarily used in professional and academic contexts, particularly in word processing and document management. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in business environments using Microsoft Office products. The concept represents a shift toward collaborative and transparent document editing practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tracked changesrevision trackingchange trackingmarked revision
Antonyms / Antônimos
direct editingunmarked changesuntracked modification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alteração rastreada
Standard term used in office software documentation
São Paulo
alteração rastreada / mudança rastreada
Both terms commonly used in business environments
Portugal
alteração monitorizada
Alternative phrasing using 'monitorizada' instead of 'rastreada'
USA English
tracked changes
More common terminology in American English; 'tracked alterations' is less frequently used

Related Words

revision historyversion controlmarkupcollaborative editingcomment annotation

Related Idioms & Phrases

turn on tracked changes
accept tracked alterations
review tracked changes
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