Basic Output Function – printf in C programming (Class 10 Computer notes)

 Define: The printf() function is used to display output on the screen. It is defined in stdio.h (header file) in C library.

syntax:  printf( "format string", argument list);

Explanation: Format string is also known as control string. It may consist of the following 

Text:  Any message to display on the screen.

E.g:    printf( " This is the message");

Format specifier: Specify how the values of variables will be displayed.

Escape sequence: Specify the format of the output. It always starts with backslash "\".