More details about map compiling can be found here.
Compile Options
Save Map: Saves the map before compiling.
Run CaBSP: Runs the
CaBSP compiler when compiling (this can't be deactivated since it is the essential part of compiling a map).
Run CaPVS: Runs the
CaPVS (Potentially Visibility Set) compiler when compiling a map.
Run CaLight: Precomputes static lighting when compiling a map.
Start Engine: Starts the engine when the map is compiled.
Quick
Compiles the map in low quality.
Normal
Compiles the map in medium quality.
High Quality
Compiles the map in high quality.
Abort
Aborts the currently running compiling process.