Definitions

1. noun

A character set and encoding standard for computers, especially for text, in which each character is represented by a unique binary number.

“The text file was saved in ASCII format to ensure compatibility with older systems.”

2. proper adjective

relating to or denoting a character set and encoding standard for computers, especially for text.

“ASCII art is a popular form of graphic design using only text characters.”

3. verb

to convert (text) into ASCII format.

“The software can ASCII-ify any text document.”