: something (such as a radio station) preprogrammed into a device
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Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
With the demanding Ray-Tracing: Ultra graphics preset, the Threadripper 9980X lagged the competition at 1080p and 1440p, but was about on par with them at 4K.
—PC Magazine, 30 July 2025
Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
This Chefman air fryer can tackle everything your stove can, including chicken, appetizers, french fries, and even cookies thanks to its spacious 8-quart capacity and convenient cooking presets.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 June 2025
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Verb
Include exact times, specific actions, and preset choices for everything from clothes to breakfast.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
With the demanding Ray-Tracing: Ultra graphics preset, the Threadripper 9980X lagged the competition at 1080p and 1440p, but was about on par with them at 4K.
—PC Magazine, 30 July 2025
Noun
There are also smart presets for one-touch access to both content and controls.
—Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
This Chefman air fryer can tackle everything your stove can, including chicken, appetizers, french fries, and even cookies thanks to its spacious 8-quart capacity and convenient cooking presets.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 17 June 2025
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“Preset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preset. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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