Document Formatting Terms

verb to set in from the margin, as the first line of a paragraph

adjective marked with an indentation or indentations

• The indented paragraph is a common formatting technique used in academic writing.
• Make sure to keep your code properly indented for better readability.
• I always indent my notes in class to make them easier to study.
• Her kindness indented a lasting impression on me.

noun a key on a keyboard that moves the cursor a predetermined number of spaces

verb to label or designate with a tab

• Please make sure to click on the correct tab to access the desired information.
• Just switch to the next tab to see more options.
• I'll just open a new tab to look that up real quick.
• She always keeps her emotions hidden behind a carefully constructed tab of indifference.