1. a feature in software that automatically saves a document or file at regular intervals without user intervention
Usage: computing; common in word processors, spreadsheets, and design applications

1. to save a document or file automatically at regular intervals
Usage: computing; typically used in passive voice or as a system function

Examples

• The word processor has an autosave feature that saves your work every five minutes.
• I didn't lose my essay because autosave had already backed it up.
• You can disable autosave in the preferences menu if you prefer to save manually.
• The spreadsheet will autosave your changes to the cloud automatically.
• Thanks to autosave, I recovered my presentation after the computer crashed.
• Most modern applications autosave documents to prevent data loss.