macro
das Makro, die Makros
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macro
A stored sequence of commands that can be executed automatically in a computer program.
Mit einem Makro kann ich diese Arbeitsschritte in der Tabellenkalkulation automatisch erledigen.
With a macro, I can complete these steps in the spreadsheet automatically.
macro / macro shot
A macro lens or the macro mode of a camera, used to capture small objects or details at a particularly large size; also a close-up photograph taken with it.
Für das Foto der Biene habe ich das Makro ausgewählt.
I selected macro mode for the photo of the bee.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Makros |
| genitive | des Makros |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Makro | die Makros |
| accusative | das Makro | die Makros |
| dative | dem Makro | den Makros |
| genitive | des Makros | der Makros |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The intended meaning can usually be recognized from the surrounding words: programs and commands point to the computer meaning, while lenses and photographs point to photography.
In diesem Programm kann ein Makro mehrere Befehle nacheinander ausführen.
In this program, a macro can execute several commands one after another.
Mit einem Makro fotografierte sie eine kleine Spinne.
She photographed a small spider with a macro lens.
In computing, 'Makro' (macro) is often used with verbs such as 'aufzeichnen' (to record), 'ausführen' (to execute), and 'zuweisen' (to assign). 'ein Makro erstellen' (to create a macro) and 'ein Makro starten' (to start a macro) are also typical collocations.
Ich habe ein Makro aufgezeichnet, das die Tabelle automatisch formatiert.
I recorded a macro that formats the spreadsheet automatically.
In photography, 'Makro' (macro) often occurs in combinations such as 'Makroaufnahme' (macro shot), 'Makroobjektiv' (macro lens), and 'Makrofotografie' (macro photography). These refer to particularly small subjects or fine details.
Für die Blüte machte sie ein Makro und stellte die feinen Staubblätter scharf.
She took a macro shot of the blossom and focused on the fine stamens.
