Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

microfiling

noun

/ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌfaɪ.lɪŋ/

Definition

Microfiling is a method of storing large amounts of information on a small scale using microfilm, which is a film containing microphotographs of documents.

Examples

The library utilizes microfiling to preserve old newspaper records.
Microfiling makes it easier to manage space while retaining important documents.
Researchers often rely on microfiling for accessing historical archives.

Meaning

The process typically involves reducing documents into miniaturized images that can be stored and retrieved easily, allowing for efficient space management in archiving.