The word "设置" is formed through the logical combination of two individual characters, each contributing its core meaning to create a new, unified concept. The first character, "设" (shè), carries the fundamental idea of establishing, founding, or devising a plan. The second character, "置" (zhì), conveys the action of placing, arranging, or installing something in a position. When paired, their meanings synthesize: the act of "setting" (as in establishing parameters or rules) is merged with the act of "placing" (as in arranging components or options), resulting in the comprehensive modern meaning of "to set up", "to configure", or "settings".