overtype

[US]/[ˈəʊvəˌtaɪp]/
[UK]/[ˈoʊvərˌtaɪp]/

Translation

v.To replace existing characters on a screen with new ones.; To type over something that has already been typed.
n.The act of overtyping.

Phrases & Collocations

overtype the text

accidental overtype

overtype protection

overtype function

overtype mode

overtype confirmation

Example Sentences

i accidentally overtype the entire document before saving.

the software allows you to overtype existing text.

be careful not to overtype important data.

the editor lets you easily overtype characters.

he tried to overtype the previous entry.

the system will overtype the old password.

it's easy to overtype when you're rushing.

the function enables you to overtype a field.

the program will overtype the existing file.

remember to save before you overtype anything.

the update process will overtype the current version.

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