physical format

Definitions

The tangible, material medium in which information or media is stored, such as a book, vinyl record, or DVD.

The specific structural or spatial arrangement of a physical object or data storage device.

Examples

Many collectors still prefer to own their favorite albums in a physical format like vinyl or CD.

The library is transitioning its archives to digital storage, though some rare documents will remain in their original physical format.

Synonyms

tangible medium hard copy material form physical manifestation concrete version

Antonyms

digital format virtual copy intangible medium electronic version non-physical form