There are basically two different types of local image management software - databases (catalogs) and file browsers. So what's the difference? What actually is a Lightroom catalog? Let's compare to a physical library of books to illustrate. File … Click to continue
Lightroom Gadgets – Sandmarc phone accessories
Sandmarc phone accessories aren’t technically Lightroom Gadgets. However, as mobile photography is so well integrated with Lightroom and Lightroom Classic, when Sandmarc asked us if we’d like to test-drive some of their phone accessories, we thought … Click to continue
Why are some of my preset names in italics?
Both Lightroom Classic and Lightroom (cloud-based) allow you to hide various Presets. This allows you to simplify your list and only show the ones you normally use. However, some may appear in the list in italics, leading to the question why do some … Click to continue
Why learn to edit photos using sliders?
Most new photographers edit photos using profiles, presets and filters. So why bother learning to edit your photos using the sliders? Photo editing is like a language Photo editing is a skill, just like any other. If you’re trying to learn a … Click to continue
How do I create Lightroom presets?
Over the last couple of weeks, we've learned how to install/import downloaded presets using Lightroom Classic and the cloud-based Lightroom apps, but what if you want to create your own preset? A Few Tips The type of presets you create … Click to continue
How do I import Profiles and Presets into Classic?
There's a vast number of Lightroom profiles and presets available for free download and for sale, but since April 2018 (Lightroom Classic 7.3) the method for importing profiles and presets has changed. So, how do you import Profiles and Presets into … Click to continue
How do I reset Lightroom’s Preferences?
If you find you're having odd problems with Lightroom, resetting Lightroom’s Preferences file can solve all sorts of ‘weirdness,’ so it’s a good early step in troubleshooting. Let's take a look at how to simply reset Preferences, and also how to find … Click to continue
How do I correct duplicate folders with the same name in my catalog?
Have you ever edited photos in Photoshop, only to find the edited photo appears in a different folder in Lightroom's Folders panel? Or perhaps you've ended up with two Pictures folders in Lightroom, but only one on your hard drive. The cause is … Click to continue
Why is Lightroom asking to upgrade my catalog and what does it do?
When you first launch Lightroom after a major update, such as the recent update to 9.0, it asks your permission to upgrade your catalog - but why? Is it safe? What does it actually do? Sometimes database changes need to be made in the catalog to … Click to continue
How do I rearrange existing photos into a new dated folder structure?
In a previous post entitled How do I reorganize my Folders panel we discussed how to create, rename and delete folders, and how to move photos between folders. If you're moving to a dated folder structure, Lightroom won't create the folder structure … Click to continue
How do I use the Import dialog’s Destination panel to put the photos into dated folders?
In an earlier post, we briefly discussed using the Destination panel to choose where to select the location for your photos, highlighting the folder in white. We also said that Lightroom can automatically organize the photos into subfolders for you, … Click to continue
Lightroom and macOS Catalina 10.15 Compatibility
The newest Mac operating system, macOS 10.15 Catalina, went live today. The big question is, do Lightroom and Lightroom Classic work? It's a good question, especially since Apple announced that Catalina will no longer support 32-bit applications. … Click to continue
How do I reorganize my Folders panel?
Lightroom only automatically organizes photos (for example, into dated folders) while importing. But if your existing folder structure is a mess, you can tidy it up manually by creating, moving, renaming and deleting folders and photos. While … Click to continue
How do I migrate from Lightroom Classic to the cloud-based Lightroom ecosystem?
In a previous post, we considered the differences between Lightroom Classic and the cloud-based Lightroom ecosystem, and how to decide which version is right for you. If you’ve decided that the cloud-based version of Lightroom is now the best … Click to continue
Lightroom cloud ecosystem vs. Lightroom Classic – which do I need?
Whether you've used Lightroom for years, or you're just getting started, you've likely come across the fact that there's two completely different programs, both called Lightroom. If you're a little confused, you're not alone. So what's the … Click to continue
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