<b>Chart 1</b>. Translation and cultural adaptation of the CPQ. São Carlos, São Paulo state, 2023.

<i>Objective</i>: To cross-culturally adapt the "?Computer Proficiency Questionnaire" (CPQ) into Brazilian Portuguese andperform construct validation.<i>Method</i>: A methodological study was conducted following the steps recommended by internationally standardized procedures, including initial translation, synthesis of translations, back-translation and cross-cultural adaptation through semantic, idiomatic, experiential and conceptual equivalence by a committee of five experts in Gerontology. The pre-test was applied to 20 older adults.<i>Results</i>: After evaluation by the experts, disagreements were identified involving items not fitting the Brazilian context, such as the use of trackballs and chat rooms. These items were replaced by items more suited to Brazilian culture, such as the use of a webcam and videoconferencing rooms. After the adaptations, the questionnaire was considered easy to understand by the participants. The questionnaire exhibited excellent internal consistency, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.98.<i>Conclusion</i>: The CPQ can be a valuable tool for assessing the proficiency of older adults in using computers in Brazil. Its application can positively impact practices and policies aimed at older adults, contributing to more relevant and personalized digital inclusion interventions.