Style sheet language

Style sheet languages ​​[ staɪlʃi ː t] are description languages ​​in information technology.

A style sheet is best compared with a style. The basic idea in this case is the separation of information ( data), and display. The stylesheet interprets the assigned data (text, tables, graphics, etc. ) and formats it (eg for screen output ) according to the specified rules.

Examples of style sheet languages ​​CSS, XSL and DSSSL.

Generally accepted definition

Style sheets cover all areas of interpretation ( visual, audible or tactile representation). Stylesheets interpret content depending on the output device (eg Braille readers for the blind ). The content must not be changed.