Outliner

usgb/ˈaʊtlaɪnər/
noun

A tool in software that allows users to organize information hierarchically.

The outliner in the software helps to manage large amounts of data.
Visual representation of "outliner" - A tool in software that allows users to organize information hierarchically.

Often appears as...

  • use the outliner
  • open the outliner

Usage tips

Technical

Definition 1 of 3
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Hierarchical Organization

An outliner structures data, making complex information easier to navigate.

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With the outliner feature, you can collapse less important topics.
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Not Sketching

Don't confuse an outliner in software with outlining as in drawing; they serve different purposes.

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I used the outliner to organize my notes, not to draw the borders.
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Tech-Savvy Term

Outliner in computing might be unfamiliar to those not used to tech jargon.

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Our team built an outliner to streamline project management.
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