binarysetting
nounUK /ˈbaɪ.nər.iˌsɛt.ɪŋ/
US /ˈbaɪ.nɛr.iˌsɛt̬.ɪŋ/
A binary setting is a choice that has only two options, like on or off.
The app has a binary setting for dark mode, so you can turn it on or off.
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2. In computing, a configuration value stored as a single bit (0 or 1).
The binary setting for auto-save is stored as 1 in the config file.
3. A decision or situation that forces a strict either-or choice with no middle ground.
Whether to launch today is a binary setting: yes or no.
4. A switch on a device that can only be flipped between two positions.
The old radio's binary setting let you pick AM or FM.