If you can provide more information about where you encountered this term or what kind of writing piece you are working on, I might be able to help you understand what "abcd" format means in that context.
For example, you could tell me:
* Where did you see this term? (A specific book, website, teacher's instructions, etc.)
* What kind of writing is it for? (Essay, report, blog post, etc.)
* What is the purpose of the writing? (Inform, persuade, entertain, etc.)
With more information, I can try to identify the specific "abcd" format you are looking for and give you a better explanation.