Presets

Create reusable text and point macros for PIREP comments, point adjustments, and registration review.

Staff
Last verified: January 30, 2026

Presets are reusable macros that save time when performing common actions. Instead of typing the same comments or entering the same point values repeatedly, create a preset and apply it with one click.

Accessing Presets

In Orwell, go to Settings → Presets. You need the View Score Settings permission.

Preset Types

There are three types of presets:

Type

Used For

PIREP Points

Quickly add or remove points from a PIREP. Includes a point value and a reason shown to the pilot.

PIREP/Claim Comment

Pre-written comments for PIREPs or claims. The text is inserted into the comment box and can be edited before submitting.

Pilot Registration Review

Rejection reasons for registration review. Appears in the rejection reason dropdown.

Creating a Preset

Click New Preset and enter:

Field

Description

Name

Internal name shown in the preset dropdown. Make it descriptive so staff can quickly identify it.

Model

Where this preset applies (PIREP Points, PIREP/Claim Comment, or Pilot Registration Review)

Content

The text shown to pilots when this preset is applied

Points

For PIREP Points presets only. Positive values add points, negative values remove them.

Using Presets

When you are in a context where presets apply, you will see a preset dropdown:

  • PIREP Points - When editing points or bonus points on a PIREP, select a preset to apply the point value and reason

  • Comments - When adding a comment to a PIREP or claim, select a preset to populate the comment box. You can edit the text before submitting.

  • Registration Review - When rejecting a pilot application, select a preset for the rejection reason

Important Notes

  • Changing presets does not affect history - If you edit or delete a preset, previously applied comments, points, or rejection reasons are not changed.

  • Content is editable - For comments, the preset text is inserted into the comment box where you can modify it before submitting.

  • Use descriptive names - Staff only see the preset name in the dropdown, so make it clear what each preset does.

Example Presets

PIREP Points

  • Event Bonus (+500) - "Thank you for participating in our group flight event!"

  • VATSIM Bonus (+100) - "Bonus points for flying on VATSIM"

  • Speed Violation (-200) - "Points deducted for exceeding speed limits"

Comments

  • Great Flight - "Nice flight! Keep up the good work."

  • Fuel Warning - "Please ensure you load adequate fuel reserves for future flights."

Registration Review

  • Incomplete Application - "Your application was incomplete. Please reapply with all required information."

  • Duplicate Account - "You already have an account with us. Please use your existing account."

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