You can configure and set default values for step-and-repeat patterns. (The software defaults are shown.)

In Mac OS: Select Preps > Preferences > Step & Repeat.
In Microsoft Windows: Select Edit > Preferences > Step & Repeat.

Step & Repeat Name

Use to define a step-and-repeat naming convention. The default value is SnR_<n> (for example, SnR_1, SnR_2, and so on).

Arrange Pages

Use to define a default value for arranging pages:

• Trim to trim
• Bleed to bleed (default value)
• Gutters: Define horizontal and vertical gaps between the pages. The default value is 0, 0.
• Distance: Define horizontal and vertical offset parameters. The default value is 0, 0. 

New Step & Repeat Placeholder

Placeholder size: The size of a placeholder element. The default value is 8.5 in. x 11 in.

Default Placeholder position: The position of a new placeholder element in the Press Runs view. The default value is center.