Term	Definition
TN	Twisted nematic liquid crystal Nematic crystals with an approximate 90-degree twisted structure and the display mode using these crystals.
STN	Super twisted nematic liquid crystal Nematic crystals with an approximate 180- to 270-degree twisted structure and the display mode using these crystals.
IPS	In-plane switching A wide-viewing-angle technology whereby the switching of liquid crystal molecules is performed by a glass substrate and parallel flat plate.
VA	Vertical alignment A mode in which the alignment of the liquid crystals is vertical to the glass substrate when the voltage is off and horizontal when the voltage is on.