user-specified

/ˈjuːzər spɛsɪfaɪd/
determined by the user

The user-specified parameters ensure the software adapts to individual needs.

The settings chosen by the user make the software flexible for personal use.


Technology
technical

defined or chosen by the user rather than by default or system settings

The user-specified filters help narrow down search results.

The filters selected by the user make search results more relevant.

Common in software and technology contexts where users customize settings.

Collocations

user-specified settingspreferences chosen by the useruser-specified parametersvalues or options set by the user

Related Phrases

user-definedphrase
created or set by the user

Pro Tip

Technical Context

This phrase is common in software manuals and user guides.

Word Origin

Combines 'user' (person operating a system) and 'specified' (clearly defined).

Usage Notes

Often used in technical documentation to describe customizable options.

Word Breakdown

user
a person who operates a system or software
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specified
clearly defined or chosen
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