a) Alteration
b) Format
c) Indentation
d) Design
b) Format
Here’s why “format” is the most suitable term:
- Alteration: This term is quite general and could refer to any change, not just visual appearance.
- Format: Formatting in spreadsheets specifically refers to changing the way a value or label is displayed visually. This includes things like font style, size, color, number format (currency, percentages, etc.), and cell borders.
- Indentation: As mentioned earlier, indentation is primarily used for text positioning within a cell and not the overall visual appearance.
- Design: Design has a broader meaning encompassing the overall layout and aesthetics of a spreadsheet, not just individual cell formatting.
Formatting allows you to customize the appearance of data in a spreadsheet to improve readability, clarity, and presentation.