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CSV

Abbreviation for Comma-Separated Values

In short and in plain language

CSV is a simple format for tables.

Each line is one entry. The values follow each other, split by a sign such as a comma.

Many programs can read such a file. So it works well for passing data on.

Definition
CSV is a simple file format for tables. Each line is a record, and the values are separated by characters such as commas or semicolons. Many programs can read such files, so the format suits the exchange of data.