Computer Science GCSE
Format check
What Format check means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for OCR.
Definition of Format check
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Reference: OCR
Confirms input matches an expected pattern, such as a postcode or date.
Topics that use Format check
- Defensive design (OCR GCSE)
Related terms
- Anticipating misuse
- Authentication
- Indentation
- Presence check
- Range check
- Defensive design
- Input validation
- Maintainability
Using Format check in the exam
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