BUSINESS LETTER FORMAT

Open format

Open format is a file format for storing digital data, defined by a published specification usually
maintained by a standards organization, and which can be used and implemented by anyone. For
example, an open format can be implemented by both proprietary and free and open source
software, using the typical software licenses used by each. In contrast to open formats, closed
formats are considered trade secrets. Open formats are also called free file formats if they are
not encumbered by any copyrights, patents, trademarks or other restrictions (for example, if they
are in the public domain) so that anyone may use them at no monetary cost for any desired
purpose.

Block format

Block format features all elements of the letter aligned to the left margin of the page. It has a neat
and simple appearance. Paragraphs are separated by a double line space.

Modified block format

Modified block differs from block style in that the date, sign off, and signature lines begin at the
centre point of the page line. The beginning of each paragraph is indented five spaces, along with
the subject line, if used. Depending on the length of the letter, paragraphs may be separated by a
single or double line space.

Semi-block format

Semi-block is similar to block but has a more informal appearance. All elements are left-aligned,
except for the beginning of each paragraph, which is indented five spaces. Paragraphs are
separated by a double line space.

Full Block Format

Full block style business letters have a formal appearance, however they can be used in informal
business situations as well as formal ones. If you are looking for a single format that will work
well in every situation, this is a good one to use.
Notice that the following business letter format is laid out so that it is easy to read. It is also a
template that is very easy to type, as there are no indents to worry about.
 Republic of the Philippines
ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE
Provincial Institute of Agriculture
Main Campus, Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur
Telefax No: (077) 732-55-12
Website: http://www.ispsc.edu.ph
Email Address: ispsc_2705@yahoo.com

Republic of the Philippines

ILOCOS SUR POLYTECHNIC STATE COLLEGE
Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur
Telefax No: (077) 732-55-12
Website: http://www.ispsc.edu.ph
Email Address: ispsc_2705@yahoo.com

Pangasinan State University

Alvear St., Lingayen, 2401 Pangasinan
Telefax No: (075) 542 5862
Email: www.psu.edu.ph

Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State university

San Fernando City, La Union, 2515 La Union
Telephone: (072) 242-36-08;888-3191
Fax No: (072) 242-36-08
Email: mluc@dmmmsu.educ.ph; duos_dlc@yahoo.com
 Republic of the Philippines
University of Northern Philippines
Vigan City, Ilocos Sur 2700
Website: http://unp.edu.ph
Email: op@unp.edu.ph
Telefax: (077) 722-2810

Mariano Marcos State University

Batac City 2906, Ilocos Norte, Philippines
Tel. No: (077)-792-3507 loc 142-143
Fax No. (077)-792-3191, (077)-792-3507
Email: registrar@mmsu.edu.ph,mmsu.univ.registrar@yahoo.com