nWidth

nWidth is a common variable name used in software source code to refer to a width value. It is not a universal standard term with a fixed meaning; its exact interpretation depends on the program and context. The prefix n is often associated with integer variables in certain naming conventions (such as Hungarian notation), so nWidth typically stores an integer representing a width in some unit.

In practice, nWidth is used across multiple domains to denote a horizontal extent. In graphical user interfaces, it may denote the width of a window or control in pixels. In image processing or rendering code, it can represent the image or viewport width in pixels. In layout calculations, nWidth could refer to the number of columns, grid units, or character-based width, depending on the design of the system. Examples in code might include declarations like int nWidth = 800; or function parameters named nWidth to indicate a width value being passed in.

Because the meaning of nWidth is not standardized, its unit and interpretation vary between projects. It is important to consult the specific codebase or library documentation to determine what unit is used (pixels, characters, grid cells, etc.) and how nWidth interacts with other dimensions or layout logic. Understanding the surrounding context and naming conventions will clarify whether nWidth represents a pixel width, a count, or another dimension.

See also: width, dimension naming conventions, Hungarian notation, pixel coordinates.