pointer

ˈpɔɪntə
pointer: object used to indicate direction or position
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Translation of pointer from English into Spanish

Noun

1.

indicator

object used to indicate direction or position
  • The teacher used a pointer to highlight the map.El profesor usó un apuntador para resaltar el mapa.
2.

computer

TECH.
icon showing the position of a mouse on screen
TECH.
  • Move the pointer to select the file.Mueve el cursor para seleccionar el archivo.
3.

technology

TECH.
variable storing a memory address in programming
TECH.
  • The pointer points to the data's memory location.El puntero apunta a la ubicación de memoria de los datos.
4.

measurement

TECH.
needle on a measuring device showing readings
TECH.
  • The pointer on the scale showed 50 kilograms.La aguja de la báscula marcaba 50 kilogramos.
5.

advice

Rare
hint or brief suggestion
Rare
  • He gave me a helpful pointer for solving the puzzle..Me dio un consejo útil para resolver el rompecabezas.
6.

hunting dog

Rare
dog breed trained to locate game
Rare
muestra fperro señalador perro de muestra
  • The pointer found the hidden birds quickly.El perro de muestra encontró rápidamente las aves escondidas.
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Expressions with pointer: examples in English and translations in Spanish

puntero láser
He used the laser pointer to play with his cat.
partido crucial
partido decisivo
The upcoming game is a six-pointer for both teams.
dedo índice
She pointed at the map with her pointer finger.
puntero del ratón
Move the mouse pointer over the button and click to open it.
ventanas
iconos
The software uses windows, icons, menus, pointer for navigation.

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  • pointer: object used to indicate direction or position
    (indicator) apuntador
  • pointer: icon showing the position of a mouse on screen
    (computer) cursor
  • pointer: needle on a measuring device showing readings
    (measurement) aguja
  • pointer: dog breed trained to locate game
    (hunting dog) muestra

Synonyms and analogies of pointer in English

Examples of pointer in a sentence

  • He used a pointer to direct attention to the chart.
  • The pointer changed shape when hovering over links.
  • Adjust the pointer speed in the settings menu.
  • The programmer debugged the pointer error.
  • Pointers are crucial in C programming.
  • The pointer on the thermometer indicated a high fever.

Translations of "pointer" in Context ordered by category and frequency

punteroadj./nm.

The program uses this pointer to access the newly allocated object.

El programa usa este puntero para tener acceso al objeto recién asignado.

cursornm.

When you release the pointer, the sketch entity is complete.

Cuando suelta el cursor, la entidad de croquis está completa.

indicadornm.

Before each use, make sure the pointer is reset to zero.

Antes de cada uso, asegúrese de que el indicador esté en cero.

apuntadornm.

Basically all this does is remove the pointer from the server.

Básicamente lo que hace es eliminar el apuntador del servidor.

índicenm.

His pointer finger grazed the book's pages as he read silently.

Su dedo índice rozaba las páginas del libro mientras leía en silencio.

agujanf.

Be sure to try both modes if the pointer does not move.

Asegúrate de probar ambos modos si la aguja no se mueve.

consejonm.

Let me give you a quick pointer.

Deja que te dé un consejo rápido.

señaladornm.

Well, here I'm being corrected with the electronic pointer.

Bueno, aquí me corrigen con el señalador electrónico.

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Other translations for pointer:

  • contusiónnf.
  • manecillanf.
  • sugerencianf.
  • pistanf.
  • fielnm.
  • muestranf.
  • perro de muestranm.

pointer: Examples and translations in context

The large cover lens allows maximum readability of the indicating pointer.

La lente de cubierta grande permite la máxima legibilidad del puntero indicador.

The pointer changes when it's precisely positioned over the endpoint.

El puntero cambia cuando se sitúa de manera precisa encima del punto final.

Each node along the path stores a pointer mapping the object.

Cada nodo a lo largo del camino almacena un puntero mapeando el objeto.

The layer feature closest to the pointer is used for snapping.

La función de capa más próxima al puntero se utiliza para el ajuste.

You can use the trackpad to move the pointer around your screen.

Puede utilizar el panel táctil para mover el puntero por la pantalla.

Look for the connection status indicator and move your pointer over it.

Busque el indicador del estado de conexión y mueva el puntero sobre él.

The keyboard possesses pointer that is suitable for usage with gloves too.

El teclado posee puntero que es adecuado para el uso con guantes también.

Their goal is to test the hunting qualities of pointer and setters.

Su objetivo es comprobar las cualidades de caza de los punteros y setters.

See also:

mouse pointerlaser pointerpointer fingersix-pointer
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