Format and Structuring

noun

• The organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing.
  • synonyms: formatting, data format, data formatting
• The general appearance of a publication.

verb

• Set (printed matter) into a specific format.
  • usage: "Format this letter so it can be printed out"
  • synonyms: arrange
• Determine the arrangement of (data) for storage and display (in computer science. )
• Divide (a disk) into marked sectors so that it may store data.
  • usage: "Please format this disk before entering data"
  • synonyms: initialize, initialise

(n.) The shape and size of a book; hence, its external form.

(DoD, NATO) In photography, the size and/or shape of a negative or of the print therefrom.
(DoD, NATO) In cartography, the shape and size of a map or chart.

Structuring is a term which is used several ways. It can refer to arranging a deal. Structuring can refer to rearrange the cash flow components, both interest and principal, into new streams or structures. Structuring is the name for breaking down currency payments below treasury department reporting limits. The usual motivation for this is avoidance of income taxes or cloaking ownership. Here, cash and postal money orders are considered as currency.