cue-driven processing
nounUK /kjuː ˈdrɪvən ˈprəʊsɛsɪŋ/
US /kjuː ˈdrɪvən ˈprɑːsɛsɪŋ/
Thinking that happens because something gives you a hint or signal.
When the teacher pointed at the picture, the cue-driven processing helped the children remember the word.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. In psychology, mental activity that starts automatically when a signal appears.
The flashing light triggered cue-driven processing in the driver's brain.
3. In computing, a system that reacts to specific input signals.
The program uses cue-driven processing to respond to keyboard shortcuts.
4. In learning, remembering something because of a reminder or clue.
Cue-driven processing helped her recall the answer during the test.