window focus
[ˈwɪndoʊ ˈfoʊkəs]
nounpl: window focuses / window foci
foco da janela
1. The state in which a specific window or application on a computer is active and ready to receive user input
When you click on a window, it gains window focus and will respond to your keyboard commands.
Quando você clica em uma janela, ela adquire o foco da janela e responderá aos seus comandos de teclado.
2. The visual indicator or state that shows which window is currently selected among multiple open windows
The window focus is usually indicated by a highlighted title bar or border.
O foco da janela é geralmente indicado por uma barra de título realçada ou borda.
3. In software development, the property that determines which window element receives keyboard and mouse events
The developer needs to manage window focus to ensure proper event handling.
O desenvolvedor precisa gerenciar o foco da janela para garantir o tratamento adequado de eventos.
This is predominantly a technical term used in computing and software development contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It's essential vocabulary for programmers, IT professionals, and tech-savvy users. The term is standardized across both English and Portuguese-speaking tech communities, with minimal regional variation.
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