Hulkvalik

Hulkvalik is an Estonian term used in information technology and digital interfaces to describe the ability to select multiple items at once. The word is a compound of hulk, meaning bulk or mass, and valik, meaning selection. It commonly appears in software documentation and user interfaces to denote a feature that enables batch operations on a group of items.

In practice, hulkvalik is implemented through interface elements such as checkboxes next to items, a header checkbox for selecting all items in a list, or keyboard shortcuts that allow selecting ranges (for example, using Shift) or multiple non-contiguous items (for example, using Ctrl or Cmd). Once a hulkvalik is made, users can apply batch actions such as delete, move, edit, export, or assign labels to all selected items.

The term is particularly prevalent in Estonian-language software, data grids, content management systems, and inventory or order-management tools. It is often used as a direct translation or calque of the English expression bulk selection or bulk select, though not all platforms use it consistently. In English-language contexts, similar concepts are referred to as bulk actions or select all, with occasional translations into local languages.

Limitations and considerations for hulkvalik include performance with very large datasets, accessibility for screen readers and keyboard navigation, and the need for clear feedback to indicate which items are selected. Overall, hulkvalik is a functional concept that facilitates efficient handling of multiple items in digital workflows.