continuityfile
nounUK /ˌkɒntɪˈnjuːəti faɪl/
US /ˌkɑːntɪˈnuːəti faɪl/
A continuity file is a folder that keeps track of things so a story or job stays the same from start to finish.
The film crew checked the continuity file to make sure the actor wore the same hat in every scene.
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2. A computer file that stores data so a program can pick up where it left off.
The game saved your progress in a continuity file.
3. A collection of notes that helps writers keep characters and events consistent.
The author kept a continuity file for every character in the series.
4. A set of records used to keep a project running smoothly without gaps.
The manager updated the continuity file after each team meeting.