"Windowed" is an adjective that refers to a state or characteristic of a particular object or system that includes the presence of one or more windows, often specifically on a computer screen or a graphical user interface (GUI).
In the context of computer software or applications, "windowed" typically indicates that the program can display multiple resizable and interactive graphical interface elements called windows. These windows allow the user to view and interact with different parts of the program simultaneously or perform various tasks within separate windows. The windows can be moved, resized, minimized, maximized, or closed, offering flexibility and enhancing user experience.
The term can also describe the feature on operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows or macOS, that enables multiple open applications or programs to exist concurrently on a single display. This allows users to switch between different applications seamlessly or multitask efficiently without interfering with each other.
Beyond the computing domain, the adjective can be used more generally to describe any physical object with one or multiple openings designed to let in light, air, or provide a view. For example, a windowed wall may comprise large transparent or translucent panels separated by frames, allowing visual access to the outside or adjacent areas while permitting natural light to penetrate the interior.
Overall, "windowed" in various contexts conveys the notion of an interface, system, or object that incorporates one or more windows for interactive, simultaneous, or simultaneous viewing purposes.
