Translation guide
The English phrase 'read-only' refers to a file, document, or data that can be viewed but not edited. In Japanese, this concept is commonly expressed in computing contexts using loanwords or native terms.
read-only (file)
Describing a file, document, or storage medium that is set to prevent writing or editing.
Use 読み取り専用 for software settings and files. Use 書き込み禁止 for physical media locks. リードオンリー is fine in casual tech talk.
Standard Japanese term for 'read-only', used in software interfaces and technical documentation.
This file is read-only.
Loanword from English, commonly used in IT contexts, especially in spoken or casual technical settings.
That drive is set to read-only.
Literally 'write prohibited', often used for storage media like SD cards or USB drives when they are locked.
The SD card is write-protected (read-only).
Abbreviation for 'Read-Only Memory', used in hardware contexts. Not typically used for files.
This chip is ROM (read-only memory).