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preformate vs preformatted

The correct phrase is "preformatted." It is a commonly used term in computing and refers to text that has been formatted in advance.

Last updated: March 27, 2024 • 834 views

preformate

This is not a correct English term.

The term "preformatted" is used to describe text that has been formatted in advance, especially in computing.

Alternatives:

  • preformatted text
  • preformatted document
  • preformatted code

preformatted

This is the correct term, commonly used in computing.

The term "preformatted" is used to describe text that has been formatted in advance, especially in computing.
  • The PRE element allows to view preformatted text.
  • If a participant has technical problems and is unable to submit any payment order, it may generate preformatted backup lump sum and backup contingency payments by using the ICM.
  • I've already reformatted their main servers to our specs.
  • He deliberately reformatted his hard drive.
  • Every single one of these has to be wiped, reformatted, the whole shmeel.
  • The analysis reformatted the pixels that were available... producing the stalker's image.
  • The analysis reformatted the pixels that were available, producing the stalker's image.
  • The Council also reordered and reformatted parts of the text of the Regulation so as to clarify the roles of the Member States, EFSA and the Commission and to separate transitional provisions from the standard procedures under the new regime.

Alternatives:

  • preformatted text
  • preformatted document
  • preformatted code

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