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Adobe Lightroom Classic CC – The Missing FAQ

Real Answers to Real Questions asked by Lightroom Users

eBooks already updated for the April 2018 / 7.3 release, including the new profiles, changes to presets, improved face recognition and more.

 

Description

When you have a Lightroom question, where do you look? Do you spend hours searching the web? From now on, you look right here.

 

About the Book

As the name suggests, Adobe Lightroom Classic CC – The Missing FAQ is primarily designed as a conversational FAQ-style reference book, giving you the detailed information you need to make informed choices, whether you’ve been using Lightroom for a few months or a few years. No more pressing buttons without understanding the repercussions!

Unlike most other Lightroom books, this isn’t just the theory of how Lightroom’s supposed to work, but also the workarounds and solutions for the times when it doesn’t behave the way you’d expect.

 

Who’s the book written for?

For less experienced users, the Fast Track weaves its way through the book, with short tutorials that guide you through a simple workflow, allowing you to gain confidence before diving into the more advanced questions. Download my free Quick Start eBook to get a feel for the style.

The book then switches to a conversational question & answer format, going into greater detail for intermediate and advanced users. There are questions ranging from simple ones like how to import photos, to much more in-depth details about how the previews are used and how to create your own camera profiles. Check the Table of Contents and download the first couple of chapters to sample the format.

 

Is it worth reading?

For many years, the Adobe Lightroom – The Missing FAQ books have been among the most popular Lightroom books available. They have almost all 5 star reviews on both Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk.

 

Premium Membership

With your book purchase*, you also get a year’s access** to my Lightroom Classic CC Premium Members Area. The benefits include:

  • eBook Downloads
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    • Adobe make changes to the software between major releases, adding new features and changing existing features. Most books are out of date only a few months after they ship, but with your Premium Membership, you’ll have access to free eBook updates in the Members Area.
  • Discounts
    • You can purchase my other books at a discounted price. (Email for discount code.)
  • Priority Email Support
    • If you can’t find the answer to your Lightroom Classic question in the book, you can use the Premium Email Support form in the Members Area to ask me personally. That’s a bonus money can’t buy!

* To qualify, purchase the Lightroom Classic CC eBook only or eBook & Paperback bundle from this website, or register your new (not used) Lightroom Classic CC paperback purchased from a third party such as Amazon, B&N or Book Depository.

** Members Area access is valid for 365 days from date of book purchase. When your Members Area access expires, you’re welcome to extend it at a low cost, so you always have the most up to date information about Lightroom Classic CC.

 

The highlights

  • It’s written in a conversational style that’s easy to read.
  • It gives you instant answers to frequently asked questions, without wasting hours googling.
  • It saves you time and money by sharing tips and tricks that will make you more efficient.
  • It helps you understand what’s happening behind the scenes.
  • It shows you how to avoid problems – and their resulting stress – before they happen.
  • It teaches you how to solve problems when they do crop up.
  • It guarantees you access to additional author support for a year, in case you get stuck.
  • It helps you develop a workflow that suits you, rather than squeezing yourself into someone else’s workflow.
  • It gives you the confidence to try new things.
  • Understanding what you’re doing makes Lightroom FUN!

 

Got the right Lightroom version?

This book discusses latest release of the traditional desktop-based version of Lightroom, which looks like this:

Lightroom CC, the new simplified cloud-native version of Lightroom is discussed in this book.

For Lightroom 6, the last perpetual license version, click here.

Reviews of the Missing FAQ Series

5 StarsThis book is your "one and only"

I have used LR FAQ since issue 3; it has saved my bacon too frequently to count. Easy to find answers to questions; in searching in some other books, if I don't know the correct technical word for my problem, I can't find help. In Victoria's books, I find the information quickly since she uses common-sense phrasing, not super-geek gobbledegook. And she is spot-on with the solution. If I can't find an answer -- rare -- I zip her an email, get a reply immediately and an answer in 24 or 48 hours. If only the rest of the world worked this way. I have spoken with some folks at Lightroom Labs about Victoria and have heard only high praise: "She deserves her title" is the common response. I don't know how she manages her workload of worldwide communication, but I am happy I found her. If I could give her 10 stars, I would. This book is your "one and only."

The Boy from Brooklyn “Manuductor” 3 July 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsThis is the book you should get

I own 2 books on LR 5, the other by a very popular author and excellent teacher in his own right. That being said, if you can only purchase one book this is the book you should get. If you plan on getting multiple books, make this the first. I started with LR 3.6 and then upgraded to LR 5, I really wish I had gotten this book with LR 3. She takes what might otherwise be difficult concepts and make them very easy to understand. The writing is very fluid and easy to follow, and even fun to read. Start here and then develop your own style as you gain experience with LR. If you have been using LR for a while, I have no doubt this book will be a great value.

T. Anvik 27 November 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsI'm thrilled with how much I've learned from this book

We photographers are visual. Victoria's book is designed simply and without garish decorations and it makes it much easier to focus upon the screenshots and content. The book focuses on the things that I need to know, and doesn't waste time getting to the questions you'll have. In my experience, books on Lightroom fall into one of two categories: quick start books that get straight to the basics, and fully detailed books that cover EVERY part of Lightroom. Victoria managed to create a book that covers both. Chapter 2 is a quick start guide that you can use if you're new to Lightroom. The rest of the book is a complete course on how to use the app. Victoria has penned the book that I will use when I'm searching for the details that I need to deliver high quality images to my clients. Victoria, thanks for this book and the work that you do. As a fellow Lightroom instructor, I'm thrilled with how much I've learned from this book.

Andrew @ Lightroom Love 1 July 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsThis book hits EVERYTHING

I've watched so many online tutorials and webinars and I learned about everything I need from them...almost. Sometimes it seems that there is nothing like a good written guide, that explains everything (and this book hits EVERYTHING). Many of the points made in Ms. Bampton's book make you want to stop and try it right then and I do. The writing style is comfortable, the teaching accurate and this is simply a great LR 5 book. Highly recommended; the e-book, hard copy and the website. Try it all! You'll like it all!!

AOBob 3 September 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsThe go-to book for Lightroom

Whenever I have a question about Lightroom, this is the book I use. I have both the paperback for home use and an eBook version for traveling. After using the Lightroom 4 Missing FAQ book, it was great to see that the version 5 book came out close to when Lightroom 5 was released. The author is also very helpful on the LightroomQueen.com site. It pays to register your purchase there and get full access to the knowledgebase and forums, and also information about book updates.

Jim Corbin 3 July 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsIf you buy just one book, buy this one

I've been using Lightroom for years and have purchased 5 different books. This is by far the best...and the one I use most often. It organized to find answers quickly...faster than any of the other books. The advice is good and the illustrations make it clear.

Les R. Diveley 3 August 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsThe Missing FAQ is the most complete reference you will ever need

I have used Lightroom since the first version was announced and just downloaded Lightroom 5. Automatically at the same time, I purchased Victoria Bampton's book for LR5. Why? Because I continue to find that these books are the best reference book to have when using Lightroom. The book is available in book form or as an ebook which I find very useful, particularly when traveling. My bookshelf also has a few other Lightroom reference books and I no longer use any of them. The Missing FAQ is the most complete reference you will ever need. And to make the purchase of this book even more valuable, Victoria encourages her readers to contact her if they encounter specific problems; her responses are usually received within 24 hours. Anyone who uses Lightroom will find this book an excellent resource.

georgehd 2 July 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsThe best book I've found so far on Lightroom

The author of this book writes in a manner that the average person can understand. I have several books on Lightroom 5 and they are written for people with a photographic/technical background. This one is easy to follow and offers a lot of personal help. I especially like the authors listing of her email address and quick response if you're having a problem understanding something.

G. Bryant 11 November 2013 Amazon.com

5 StarsGreat for both beginners and Advanced Amateurs

Well, presented well paced for quick understanding. Great for use as a source of reference. This book is a must for Lightroom 5 users.

regott 9 August 2013 Amazon.com

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