Definition: A small program that works from within a larger application program. A plug-in has limited features but only requires limited memory resources. It cannot operate on its own. Plug-ins are written in the Java programming language.
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Also Known As: add-on, applet and add-in
Examples: John was able to download a plug-in program for PowerPoint from the internet. The plug-in program allowed him to import artwork created in Photoshop.
