Definitions
- Referring to the visible area of a web page or document that is currently being displayed on a screen. - Talking about the portion of a computer screen that displays a specific application or program. - Describing the area of a camera's viewfinder that shows what will be captured in a photograph or video.
- Referring to the rectangular area on a computer screen where a program or application is displayed. - Talking about a physical opening in a wall or door that allows light and air to enter a room. - Describing a transparent panel in a vehicle that protects passengers from wind and weather.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to a specific area of a larger space.
- 2Both can be adjusted or resized.
- 3Both can be used to display information or provide a view.
- 4Both are related to the concept of visibility.
- 5Both can be found in digital and physical contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: Viewport is specifically related to displaying content on a screen, while window can refer to a physical opening or a digital display area.
- 2Size: Viewport refers to a specific area of a screen, while window can vary in size and shape depending on the context.
- 3Material: Viewport is a digital concept, while window can be made of various materials such as glass, plastic, or wood.
- 4Purpose: Viewport is primarily used for displaying content, while window has a broader range of functions such as providing ventilation, protection, or access.
- 5Association: Viewport is more commonly used in digital contexts, while window is associated with physical spaces and objects.
Remember this!
Viewport and window are both terms used to describe a specific area of a larger space. However, viewport is a digital concept that refers to the visible area of a web page or document that is currently being displayed on a screen or the area of a camera's viewfinder. On the other hand, window can refer to a physical opening in a wall or door that allows light and air to enter a room or the rectangular area on a computer screen where a program or application is displayed.
