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Topic-Related Verbs - Verbs Related to Technology

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to technology such as "update", "type", and "hack".

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Categorized English Topic-related Verbs
to click
to click
[Verb]

to select an item or function from a computer screen, etc. using a mouse or touchpad

Ex: To save your document, simply click the "Save" option. 
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to update
to update
[Verb]

to make improvements or changes to software, apps, or electronic devices to enhance their features or fix issues

Ex: He updated his phone's software to the latest version for improved performance. 
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to download

to add data to a computer from the Internet or another computer

Ex: She downloaded the app to keep track of her daily activities. 
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to block
to block
[Verb]

to prevent someone from contacting or viewing one's activities on social media

Ex: She blocked her ex-boyfriend on social media to avoid further communication. 
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to upload
to upload
[Verb]

to send an electronic file such as a document, image, etc. from one digital device to another one, often by using the Internet

Ex: After editing the photo, she will upload it to her online portfolio. 
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to type
to type
[Verb]

to write using a physical or digital keyboard

Ex: She typed her essay on her laptop. 
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to scroll
to scroll
[Verb]

to move what is being displayed on a computer or smartphone screen up or down to see different parts of it

Ex: He scrolled down the webpage to read the full article. 
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to hack
to hack
[Verb]

(computing) to illegally access a computer system, network, or online account in order to find, use, or change the information it contains

Ex: Hackers may try to hack into your email account to send spam messages to your contacts. 
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to email
to email
[Verb]

‌to send a message to someone by email

Ex: Don't forget to email the registration form before the deadline. 
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to message

to send someone a brief text, image, etc. in an electronic form

Ex: She messaged her friend to let them know she was running late. 
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to code
to code
[Verb]

to write a computer program using specific instructions

Ex: She coded a new software application to automate tasks at work. 
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to program

to write a set of codes in order to make a computer or a machine perform a particular task

Ex: She programmed the robot to navigate through the maze autonomously. 
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to encrypt

to convert data or information into a coded form, mainly to prevent unauthorized access

Ex: The company encrypts sensitive customer data to protect it from hackers. 
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to google
to google
[Verb]

to search the Internet for information about someone or something using the Google search engine

Ex: Don't hesitate to google for solutions to common problems. 
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to tweet
to tweet
[Verb]

to post or send something on X social media

Ex: She tweeted a photo of her vacation to share with her followers. 
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to retweet

to repost or share a message that has already been shared by someone else on X social media

Ex: She retweeted an inspiring quote from a fellow user to spread positivity. 
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to output
to output
[Verb]

to produce or supply information using a computer or any other device

Ex: The program outputs the results of the calculation on the screen. 
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to input
to input
[Verb]

to put data into a computer or any piece of electronic equipment

Ex: She inputs her username and password to log into the computer. 
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to reboot
to reboot
[Verb]

to cause a computer system to load, especially immediately after it has been turned off

Ex: He rebooted the computer to fix the software glitch. 
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to vlog
to vlog
[Verb]

to create or post video content on a blog or social media platform

Ex: She vlogs about her travels, sharing her adventures with her audience. 
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to digitize

to convert something from its physical or analog form into a digital format

Ex: The library digitized its collection of rare books for online access. 
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to plug in

to connect something to an electrical port

Ex: Before using the new appliance, make sure to read the instructions and know how to safely plug it in. 
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to type in

to enter information using a keyboard or other input device on a computer or other electronic devices

Ex: The cashier typed in the product codes to process the sale. 
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to log in
to log in
[Verb]

to start using a computer system, online account, or application by doing particular actions

Ex: You need to log in to your bank account to transfer money. 
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to debug
to debug
[Verb]

(computing) to detect and remove faults in a software

Ex: The software developer spent hours debugging the program to identify and fix the errors. 
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to corrupt

to cause errors or damage to a digital file, program, or system, either intentionally or unintentionally, due to a malfunction or interference

Ex: A virus can corrupt your computer files if you're not careful. 
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