filter

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Filter' refers to removing unwanted elements from a bigger group. Think about sorting out cherries from a bowl of mixed fruit - you're filtering out just the cherries.

Examples in Different Contexts

In photography apps, a 'filter' alters the appearance of images. A product manager might suggest, 'Our new vintage filter has become quite popular among users.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

We've been getting a lot of unnecessary notifications from the server lately. We need a way to allow only the critical alerts to notify us.

Response:

We can create a filter for notifications, allowing only those marked as 'critical' to reach our inboxes.

Creative

Scenario:

We're designing a poster, but the default colors seem too vibrant. Is there a way to make them appear more subdued?

Response:

I can apply a desaturation filter on the colors to give them a more subdued look.