I don't know that this is technical or absolute, but may be helpful.

Editing generally refers to revising content in some way (spell check,
change wording, rearrange paragraphs or items in a list, add new content,
delete content, etc.).

Formatting pertains primarily to:
A) Character Formatting - changing font, font size, bold, italic, etc.
B) Paragraph Formatting - Tabs, indents, line/para spacing, borders &
shading etc.

HTH |:)

"l_taylor1981" wrote:

what is the difference between formatting and editing your work? does anyone
know?