Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reformat
verb
/riːˈfɔːrmæt/
Definition
To change the format of something, especially data or documents, to make it compatible with a different system or to improve its presentation.
Examples
- After the software update, I had to reformat my hard drive.
- She decided to reformat the report to make it clearer for the audience.
- The designer will reformat the images for the website.
Meaning
Reformatting typically refers to altering the layout or appearance of a document or file, often to accommodate various requirements or standards.
Synonyms
- rearrange
- redesign
- alter
- revise