preview


)In word processing, previewing refers to formatting a document for the printer, but then displaying it on the display screen instead of printing it. Previewing allows you to see exactly how the document will appear when printed. If you have a WYSIWYG, previewing is unnecessary because the display screen always resembles the printed version. For word processors that are not WYSIWYGs, however, previewing is the next-best thing. If your word processor does not support previewing, you may be able to buy a separate program that allows you to preview documents.

Read Also:

  • primary partition

    A partition on a hard drive that can contain only one logical drive.

  • primary storage

    A somewhat dated term for main memory. Mass storage devices, such as disk drives and tapes, are sometimes called secondary storage.

  • primitive

    A low-level object or operation from which higher-level, more complex objects and operations can be constructed. In graphics, primitives are basic elements, such as lines, curves, and polygons, which you can combine to create more complex graphical images. In programming, primitives are the basic operations supported by the programming language. A programmer combines these primitives […]

  • print job

    A print job is a unit of work to be run on a printer and can consist of printing one or more files. The system assigns a unique job number to each job as it is received.

  • print server

    See under server.


Disclaimer: preview definition / meaning should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. All content on this website is for informational purposes only.