compactencoding
nounUK /kəmˈpækt ɪnˈkəʊdɪŋ/
US /kəmˈpækt ɪnˈkoʊdɪŋ/
A way of saving information in a small space so it takes up less room.
The app uses compactencoding to store lots of photos without using much memory.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A method of turning data into a shorter form for faster sending.
Compactencoding helped the message travel quickly over the slow network.
3. The process of shrinking a file so it is easier to keep.
He used compactencoding to fit the whole song on his tiny player.
4. A special code that represents large amounts of information with few symbols.
The scientist explained how compactencoding lets a small chip hold a whole book.