computer readable

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computer readable

A librarian scans a computer readable barcode on a book.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Suitable for being read or interpreted by a computer: Describes data, text, or a medium that is formatted or encoded in a way that allows a computer system to process, understand, or input it directly without human translation.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The survey results were stored in a computer readable format for automated analysis.
    • To process your application, please ensure all documents are computer readable.
    • Modern passports contain a computer readable zone at the bottom of the information page.
Advanced Usage
  • "computer readable data": Data structured in a standardized format (e.g., CSV, XML, JSON) that software can parse.
    • The laboratory equipment exports computer readable data, which streamlines our research.
  • "computer readable medium": A physical object (like a disk, CD, or flash drive) or a digital file that stores data in a format accessible to a computer.
    • The software license is stored on a computer readable medium included in the package.
Variants and Related Words
  • Machine-readable (adj): A common synonym with the same meaning.
    • The form must be filled out using a machine-readable font.
  • Digitally encoded (adj): Refers to information converted into a binary digital format.
  • OCR-friendly (adj): Specifically describes text formatted for successful Optical Character Recognition scanning.
Synonyms
  • Machine-readable: Capable of being used by a machine or computer.
  • Digitally processable: Suitable for being handled by digital systems.
Related Phrases
  • Computer readable file: A file formatted for direct computer use.
    • Please attach a computer readable file of your resume.
  • Computer readable code: A system of symbols, like a barcode or QR code, designed for electronic scanning.
    • The product has a computer readable code for inventory tracking.
Notes on Meaning
  • The term emphasizes the technical compatibility between data format and computer input systems. It does not describe the content's complexity or whether a human can read it, but rather its by a machine. The opposite concept is often "human-readable only," such as handwritten cursive on paper.
computer readable

A librarian scans a computer readable barcode on a book.

Adjective
  1. suitable for feeding directly into a computer

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