edit-in-place

verb
UK /ˈɛdɪt ɪn pleɪs/
US /ˈɛdɪt ɪn pleɪs/

To change words right where they are on the screen without opening a new window.

You can edit-in-place the title by clicking it and typing a new one.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To fix a file or record directly in its original location instead of making a copy.

The tool lets you edit-in-place the config file on the server.

3. A feature where a list item becomes editable when you click or tap it.

The task list supports edit-in-place for each item's name.

4. To modify data inside a database table without moving it elsewhere.

The admin panel allows edit-in-place updates to user profiles.