onscreen

adj

1. (not-comparable)As seen on a screen (as of television, film, or computer) rather than in real life.

   “The two actors had a very realistic onscreen romance, but in reality they couldn't stand each other.”

adv

1. (not-comparable)Inside the frame of the cinema, television or computer screen.

   “I leaned over her shoulder to see two cybergirls yanking out each other's hair. Katy was typing insults that appeared onscreen.”

   “Think of them [task panes] as dialog boxes that enable you to type while they're onscreen.”

   “And the best voice actors — their names known to fans and promoted by companies — can become celebrities despite never appearing onscreen.”