Verbs Related to Technology

to select an item or function from a computer screen, etc. using a mouse or touchpad

To save your document, simply click the "Save" option.

to make something more useful or modern by adding the most recent information to it, improving its faults, or making new features available for it

She decided to update her resume with her most recent job experience.

to add data to a computer from the Internet or another computer

She downloaded the app to keep track of her daily activities.

a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides

to send an electronic file such as a document, image, etc. from one digital device to another one, often by using the Internet

After editing the photo, she will upload it to her online portfolio.

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students.

to move what is being displayed on a computer or smartphone screen up or down to see different parts of it

He scrolled down the webpage to read the full article.

(computing) to illegally access a computer system, network, or online account in order to find, use, or change the information it contains

Hackers may try to hack into your email account to send spam messages to your contacts.

a system that is used to send and receive messages or documents via a network

He signed up for the newsletter and receives updates via email.

a written or spoken piece of information or communication sent to or left for another person

He sent a text message to invite us to the party.

the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program used to perform specific tasks

The programmer wrote the code to run the new software.

a broadcast people watch or listen to on television or radio

The evening news program provides updates on current events.

to convert data or information into a coded form, mainly to prevent unauthorized access

The company encrypts sensitive customer data to protect it from hackers.

a widely used and very popular search engine

the short sound that is made by small birds

to repost or share a message that has already been shared by someone else on X social media

She retweeted an inspiring quote from a fellow user to spread positivity.

to produce or supply information using a computer or any other device

The program outputs the results of the calculation on the screen.

a statement offering personal opinion, advice, or additional information

She gave input on the proposed changes.

to cause a computer system to load, especially immediately after it has been turned off

He rebooted the computer to fix the software glitch.

to create or post video content on a blog or social media platform

She vlogs about her travels, sharing her adventures with her audience.

to convert something from its physical or analog form into a digital format

The library digitized its collection of rare books for online access.

to connect something to an electrical port

Before using the new appliance, make sure to read the instructions and know how to safely plug it in.

to enter information using a keyboard or other input device on a computer or other electronic devices

The cashier typed in the product codes to process the sale.

to start using a computer system, online account, or application by doing particular actions

You need to log in to your bank account to transfer money.

(computing) to detect and remove faults in a software

The software developer spent hours debugging the program to identify and fix the errors.

using one's power or authority to do illegal things for personal gain or financial benefit

The corrupt politician embezzled public funds for personal gain.