What Does WYSIWYG Stand for in Computer Terms?
WYSIWYG is acronym that stands for "What You See is What You Get" in computer terms. WYSIWYG commonly describes an interface used in text editors and Web design software and applications.
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Significance
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A WYSIWYG editor allows you to see text or Web pages exactly as they will appear in the finished product instead of inputting countless lines of code. Formatting, effects and organization resemble the actual appearance of the final version to allow users to control the visual qualities of their work.
Features
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WYSIWYG editors have options to add formatting to text such as bold or italic, changing the font or text size, or changing the justification or alignment of the text. WYSIWIG editors also allow the addition and alignment of images within the text.
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Benefits
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A WYSIWYG editor help less experienced users create websites with a clean and organized design. WYSIWYG editors also come in handy when adding additional emphasis and style on text, such as in a forum or blog post.
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