EPG
Technology & Computing abbreviation · Consumer Electronics
| Stands for | Electronic program guide |
|---|---|
| Categories | Technology & Computing |
EPG stands for Electronic program guide, a consumer electronics abbreviation.
On-screen guide that lists current and upcoming TV programs by channel and time, letting viewers browse, set reminders and schedule recordings. Data comes from the broadcast signal or the internet.
Example: Scroll through the EPG to see what's on BBC One tonight.
Usage notes
In digital broadcasting, DVB transmits guide data in event information tables, giving a few days of listings, while internet-connected boxes download longer schedules with images and descriptions. Streaming services have adopted EPG-style grids for their free ad-supported channels. Before EPGs, viewers relied on printed listings magazines.
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