formattáló

A formattáló, often translated as "formatter" in English, is a tool or component within a software system responsible for controlling the presentation of data. Its primary function is to take raw or processed information and arrange it into a specific, readable, or visually appealing structure. This can involve adding elements like spaces, tabs, line breaks, punctuation, or even more complex structural markers depending on the context.

In computing, formatters are commonly encountered in various applications. For instance, text editors and word processors use formatters to arrange characters into paragraphs, apply font styles, and manage document layout. In programming, code formatters automatically adjust the indentation, spacing, and line breaks of source code to adhere to style guides, improving readability and maintainability. Data formatters are crucial for converting data between different representations, such as transforming numerical data into a tabular report or preparing data for transmission over a network in a standardized format like JSON or XML. The specific output of a formattáló is dictated by its configuration or the predefined rules it follows.