Patterning and Format

(p.pr.&vb.n.) of Pattern.

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.