If you think that writing a dissertation without any linguistic error is sufficient to impress your readers, then it is very important for you to know that your work also requires proper structuring or formatting in order to make this impression last. Even if you have written your content right, you may not score high if incorrect formatting disturbs its appearance and presentation. You may understand it by an example that you hold the right skills for a job but look weird. In such a case, an interviewer may simply ignore you based on your appearance.
The same is the case when an important research document contains improper structuring of text and graphics. Readers would simply ignore it, as the incorrect formatting may disturb the readability of your document. It is critical to have a proper layout for your dissertation. Structuring a dissertation not only involves the right alignment of content, but also involves the consistency on various points. When you use headings, subheadings, fonts, styles or colors throughout your project, it is necessary to maintain their consistent usage. Apart from such points, there are many other formatting points that require being consistent and structured.
You may think of a book that has incorrect spacing and irregular margins all the way through it. Would you love reading such a book or find it silly for the author/editor not to have taken care of such minor aspects? You will find the answer yourself. The overall image and quality of a document is only reflected when it is flawless in terms of both language and formatting. Thus, you should follow all the structural guidelines that have been provided by your academic institution regarding the formatting of your dissertation. The right structuring of your content will only provide the right shape to your project and make it more meaningful.