Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blitter
noun
/ˈblɪtər/
Definition
In computer graphics, a blitter is a module or a function that transfers blocks of pixels (or bitmap graphics) from one location in memory to another, often used for rendering images or handling graphics operations efficiently.
Examples
- The video game uses a blitter to quickly transfer graphics to the display, enhancing the performance.
- By implementing a hardware blitter, the developers achieved smoother animations in their game.
Meaning
The term ‘blitter’ refers to a technology used in video games and graphic applications to move image data rapidly between locations in memory, typically for the purpose of displaying images on the screen with minimal delay.
Synonyms
- Graphics accelerator
- Bitmap transfer device
- Image processor
