What is the default output format generated by the ODS HTML statement?

The default output format generated by the ODS HTML statement is HTML. When you use the ODS HTML statement in your SAS program, it creates an HTML file that organizes the output of your SAS procedures in a web-compatible format. This is particularly useful for sharing results through web browsers since HTML is the standard markup language for creating web pages.

Using the ODS HTML statement allows you to produce beautifully formatted output with features like hyperlinks, styles, and images, all designed to enhance the readability and presentation of data. The HTML output can also include embedded graphs and tables, making it versatile for reporting.

Other formats like Excel, CSV, or PDF may be generated using different ODS statements or specific output procedures, but the ODS HTML statement specifically defaults to producing output in HTML format, which allows for interactive and visually appealing presentations.