Calibration is setting up a measurement device by giving it the information it needs to recognize the environment where it is used. Calibrating a device ensures its accuracy when collecting data.
Many modern electronic devices will calibrate automatically when powered on. For example, a compass, AR measuring, or other GPS smartphone applications takes a moment to calibrate themselves by defining their orientation in the space around them.
Computer software may also offer calibration features to optimize its use of your computer’s hardware. For example, high-performance graphics software may perform a calibration process when first run, to ascertain its performance on that computer’s particular hardware components. The software can adjust its settings while testing, and suggest an optimal software configuration for the user to choose.
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