micro-command
nounUK /ˈmaɪ.krəʊ kəˈmɑːnd/
US /ˈmaɪ.kroʊ kəˈmænd/
A micro-command is a very tiny instruction that tells a computer or program to do one small thing.
The app uses a micro-command to save your game every few seconds.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A very small, specific order given to a person or team.
The manager gave a micro-command to move the chairs before the meeting.
3. A brief signal in a system that triggers one simple action.
The robot's micro-command made it turn left.
4. A short typed phrase used to control software quickly.
Typing '/save' is a micro-command in that chat program.