Meaning of the word preset in English

What does preset mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

preset

US /ˌpriːˈset/
UK /ˌpriːˈset/

Verb

to set or adjust (something) in advance

Example:
You can preset the oven to start cooking at a specific time.
The alarm clock was preset to 6 AM.

Adjective

set or adjusted in advance

Example:
The camera has several preset modes for different lighting conditions.
I used a preset filter to edit the photo.

Noun

a control or setting that has been established in advance

Example:
The radio has several station presets.
Choose one of the presets for the sound equalizer.