The Adobe Lightroom presets They have gained undisputed popularity among professional and amateur photographers. These preconfigured settings allow you to apply a uniform visual style to your photos with just one click, saving time and effort in the editing process.
What are Lightroom Presets?
Lightroom presets are predefined settings that you can apply to your photos to modify their appearance. They work similarly to Instagram filters, but with greater customization capabilities. Create and apply presets It allows you to maintain aesthetic coherence in your images, ideal for both Instagram feeds and professional projects.
Advantages of using Presets
Using presets in Lightroom not only provides a consistent visual identity to your photos, but also optimizes your workflow. When applying a preset, you can make additional adjustments specific to the photo, but the bulk of the editing work will already be done. This results in a significant time savings.
How to download and install Presets on computers
To install presets in the desktop version of Lightroom, follow these steps:
- Open the Lightroom app.
- Click on "File" in the top menu.
- Select “Import Profiles and Developing Presets.”
- Browse and select the downloaded preset .xmp file.
- Click “Import” to complete the installation.
Once imported, the preset will appear in the presets panel. To use it, open a photo in the “Develop” module and select the preset from the left side. If you need to delete a preset, right-click on it and select "Delete."
Synchronize Presets between Lightroom and Lightroom Mobile
Lightroom is also available for mobile devices. Presets installed in the desktop version automatically sync with the mobile app if you use the standard version of Lightroom (not Classic). Install the mobile version from Play Store wave App Store, and sign in with your Adobe account.
From your pocket: Manual import on mobile devices
If you prefer to import presets manually to your mobile device, follow these steps:
- Download the preset in DNG format to your mobile.
- Open Lightroom and create a new album.
- Import the DNG photo from the preset to the album.
- Open the DNG photo and select “Create Preset” from the options menu.
- Save the preset with a name of your choice.
The preset will now be available in the “Presets” section of the mobile app.
Bring your own adjustments to life in Lightroom
In addition to using downloaded presets, Lightroom allows create your own presets and save them for future use. To create a custom preset:
- Edit a photo by applying the adjustments you want.
- In the “Reveal” module, click the '+' symbol in the presets panel.
- Select “Create Preset.”
- Choose a name and folder for your preset, and select the settings you want to include.
- Click “Create” to save your preset.
Now, you can apply your custom preset to any photo with a single click. Additionally, you can share these presets with other users by exporting them and sending the corresponding .xmp files.
Location of Saved Presets in Lightroom Mobile
Presets in Lightroom Mobile are saved in the “Presets” section within the app, accessible from the editing menu. This feature allows quick and easy access to all your presets, making it easy to apply consistent styles to your photos.
All is not lost: Recover your favorite Presets
If you lose your presets, there are several ways to recover them. First, check to see if they are stored in the Adobe cloud if you use the standard version of Lightroom. Another option is to look at the automatic backups that Lightroom makes periodically. Finally, if you've shared your presets with others, you can ask them to send you the files again.
Where to get free Presets
There are multiple sources where you can download quality free presets. Some of the most notable ones include:
- Adobe Exchange: Adobe's official platform offers a wide variety of presets for Lightroom.
- Preset Love: Offers an extensive collection of free presets, organized by categories such as food, night, portraits, and more.
- PresetPro: In addition to paid presets, it has a section of more than 100 free presets.
- Free Lightroom Presets: Another good source of free presets with options for various themes.
How to Install DNG Presets in Lightroom for PC
To install DNG format presets in Lightroom for PC, first import the DNG file like any other photo. Then, open the photo and create a preset from it by following the steps mentioned above. This process ensures that you can use your DNG presets in all your edits.
Seamless: Importing Presets into Lightroom Mobile
To import a preset into Lightroom Mobile, download the DNG file to your device, import it to the app, open the DNG photo, and create a preset from it. This method allows you to take advantage of presets anywhere.
Unify your photography style across all your devices
To sync presets between Lightroom and Lightroom Mobile, make sure you're using the standard version of Lightroom and have an active subscription. Presets will automatically sync through the Adobe cloud, allowing you to access them on any device.
Preserve and Customize: Save Presets Effectively
To save a preset in Lightroom, edit a photo, open the Develop module, click the '+' symbol in the presets panel, select "Create Preset," choose a name and folder, and click in "Create". This process makes it easy to repeatedly use your preferred settings.
Know the Presets formats
Lightroom presets are in .xmp format for the desktop version and in DNG format for manual imports on mobile devices. These formats ensure compatibility and ease of use on all platforms.
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