preferenceseditor

noun

UK /ˈprɛfərənsɪzˌɛdɪtə/

US /ˈprɛfərənsɪzˌɛdɪtər/

A tool where you change the settings to make a program work the way you like.

Open the preferences editor to turn on dark mode.

SYNONYMS

settings editor options editor configuration editor settings manager

RELATED WORDS

preferences settings options configuration control panel

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who edits preference files or settings for a system.

The preferences editor fixed the app's default options.

3. A window or dialog in software for adjusting user choices.

The preferences editor lets you pick your language and theme.

4. A section in a program for changing how it behaves.

You can find the preferences editor under the File menu.