in settings vs in the settings

Both "in settings" and "in the settings" can be correct depending on the context. "In settings" is used when referring to settings in a general or abstract sense, while "in the settings" is used when referring to specific settings within a particular context.

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in settings

This phrase is correct when referring to settings in a general or abstract sense.

Use "in settings" when talking about settings in a general or abstract way, without specifying a particular context.

Examples:

In settings like these, it's important to pay attention to detail.
The changes made in settings affect the overall performance of the system.

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In Settings, go to AirPlay > Play Purchases from iCloud.
In Settings, go to System and select Restart.
11 User must enable in settings and have a Bluetooth button on pen.
No server for downloading keys is specified in settings. Downloading aborted.
Offers a wide range of fine cuisine in settings to suit any occasion.
Visualize Earth in golden light as brilliant as the sun, then "see" your grandchildren in settings suitable for their ages and interests.
So we recommend that you should disable them in settings during the game.
User must enable in settings and have a Bluetooth button on pen.
Also, if you are using the IVM, check you do not have unnecessary devices listed in settings.
Detailed information regarding possibility and manners of handling "cookies" are available in settings of the software (web browser).
This form of authentication may be useful to victims of domestic abuse but also in settings where multiple users have access to a single device.
Inviting viewers to experience time as a floating phenomenon the artist constructs her films in endless loops, projecting them in settings in which natural light can stream in freely.
Her films, projected in settings in which natural light can stream in freely, feature a cyclical structure, which she achieves by always showing them in continuous loops, with an effect of repetition that makes the recorded events seem more abstract.
I cannot see anything like this: no edit translation link. I log on as admin, admin is checked as translator available in settings.
Cutting edge technology, a vast selection of cinema genres depending on the theatre, 3D systems and Dolby surround: all in settings which are of unparalleled comfort.
As there will be more features coming and translation is pretty important thing to be hidden in settings menu. I tried add ticket in trac, but don't have privileges.
We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website.You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings.
In order these transitions to be taken stock of, it is necessary to make changes in settings of advertising campaign (for Yandex.Direct to turn on checkmark "Internal internet-statistics").
Thanks to the pure, minimalist shape, it is ideal not only in settings that are out of sight like the majority of systems of this kind, but also in plain view in offices, high-end shops and other locations where appearances are important.
Drag the app to the info icon and it will take you directly to the app's info page usually found under Manage Applications in settings.

Alternatives:

within settings
among settings
across settings
amid settings
amidst settings

in the settings

This phrase is correct when referring to specific settings within a particular context.

Use "in the settings" when referring to settings that are specific to a particular context or system.

Examples:

You can find the option in the settings menu.
Make sure to adjust the settings in the control panel.

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The code page can be modified in the settings under "environment".
You find the new "manage data" option in the settings as well.
There could be beauty in the settings.
You can find these in the settings of your browser.
You can control cookies in the settings of most web browsers.
This file is not valid. Please adjust it in the settings of KSystemLog.
However, you can disable this function in the settings of the program.
All these elements can be adjusted in the settings.
You may change additional appearance related preferences in the settings.
Options to disable these buttons are provided in the settings.
Fortunately, Nubia offers some options in the settings to mitigate this phenomenon with the natural mode.
Layout Snapshots are created automatically but you can create a new snapshot at any time manually in the settings.
You can disable this feature in the settings or reset the unique identifier's value by reinstalling the operating system.
It should be noted a large number of options in the settings.
This means that public holidays or special events can also be taken into account in the settings.
You can choose to enable access to these features at any time in the settings of your TomTom Sports mobile application.
There's a helpful "instructions" tab in the settings of the app.
Check "allow upgrade to full version" in the settings
You can easily change this in the settings (it's actually not all that different from Android's default setting, oddly enough).
If you do not want to use this feature, please set up password protection for purchases in the settings of your Google Play Store app.

Alternatives:

within the settings
among the settings
across the settings
amid the settings
amidst the settings

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