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Record 1 1986-07-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Graphics
  • Computer Display Technology
DEF

The smallest displayable unit on a given display device.

OBS

Although the terms pixel and pel are synonymous in common usage, throughout [the CSA standard] pixel is used for physical picture elements and pel for logical picture elements.

OBS

This term is used in opposition to "logical picture element" or "logical pel".

Key term(s)
  • physical pel

French

Domaine(s)
  • Infographie
  • Techniques d'affichage (Ordinateurs)
DEF

La plus petite quantité d'information que l'on peut afficher à l'écran d'un ordinateur.

OBS

Ce terme s'utilise par opposition à "élément d'image logique".

Key term(s)
  • pel physique

Spanish

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