Preformats

Part of speech: verb, noun

Definitions

1. To arrange text or data in a fixed, predefined layout before further processing or display
2. To set up text or information so it conforms to a specific format in advance
3. To organize content into a particular form or structure ahead of use or presentation

Etymology: "Preformats" is the third-person singular present form of "preformat," a verb meaning to set something up or arrange it in advance. The verb is built from the prefix "pre-," meaning "before," attached to "format," which in computing and publishing means to prepare a disk, document, or layout for use. Put together, the parts say exactly what the verb does: a format is applied before the thing is used.

Synonyms: presets, prearranges, preconfigures, prepares

Antonyms: formats, customizes, modifies, alters