ciflag

Ciflag is a generic label used in software development to denote a boolean flag that toggles a particular feature or mode. There is no universal standard meaning for ciflag; its exact function depends on the project or library where it appears.

In practice, ciflag is often implemented as a simple boolean variable, a command-line option, or a bit flag within a flag field. Common uses include enabling verbose or diagnostic logging, toggling alternative processing paths, or setting compatibility options to accommodate different data formats or environments.

Naming conventions vary; ciflag may appear as a variable named ciflag, a macro like CIF_FLAG, or as part of a bitmask. In languages that use bitflags, ciflag can be a single-bit flag with the value 1, while multiple flags are combined with bitwise operations.

Examples of contexts include data parsing libraries, image or video processing tools, and crystallography-related software where CI might denote a specific configured interpretation; however, ciflag is not tied to a single domain.

Because ciflag is not a standardized term, consult the documentation of the specific project to determine its exact meaning and behavior.