# preset

/pɹiˈsɛt/ (US) · /pɹˈiːsɛt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/preset
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a setting on a machine or app that you can choose from a list. It is a saved option that you do not have to change yourself.

For teachers: a pre-configured setting or configuration stored in a device or software. Often used to describe default options that users can select without manual adjustment.

## Examples

- I changed the preset to a higher volume.
- The camera has several preset modes for different types of lighting, like night or portrait.
- While the default preset provides a standard level of clarity, advanced users often modify the parameters to achieve a more specific audio signature.

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