# Creating a preset, based on a system preset
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MediaConvert doesn't allow you to modify system presets. If you want a preset that is like a system preset but slightly modified, you can duplicate the system preset, customize the settings, and save it as a custom preset.

**To create a custom output preset based on a system preset**

1. Open the [Output presets](https://console.aws.amazon.com/mediaconvert/home#/presets/list) page in the MediaConvert console.

1. In the **Output presets** pane, from the **Presets** dropdown list, choose **System presets**.

1. Choose the name of the system preset that is most like the custom preset that you want to create.

1. On the **Preset details** page, choose **Duplicate**.

1. On the **Create preset** page, specify a name for the new preset. Optionally, modify the description and category.

   These values help you find the custom preset later. For more information see [Listing presets](listing-presets.md).

1. Modify any output settings.

   For more information about each setting, choose the **Info** link that is located next to the setting or next to the heading for the group of settings.

1. Choose the **Create** button at the bottom of the page.
**Note**  
This button looks like the **Create** button for creating a job, but in this context, choosing it creates the custom preset.