# angular.filter

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Filters are used for formatting data displayed to the user.

The general syntax in templates is as follows:

        {{ expression | [ filter_name ] }}

Following is the list of built-in angular filters:

- `currency`
- `date`
- `html`
- `json`
- `linky`
- `lowercase`
- `number`
- `uppercase`

For more information about how angular filters work, and how to create your own filters, see Understanding Angular Filters in the angular Developer Guide.