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Adobe Lightroom Classic is the industry standard for photo editing. The software is for photographers who seek to streamline their workflow while pushing creative boundaries. With its robust set of tools neatly divided into modules, Lightroom Classic accommodates the full spectrum of photo processing, from the initial import to final edits. This article is an overview of my Ultimate Lightroom Video Tutorials on my Photography YouTube Channel. The first part of the tutorial focuses on the Library Module where you will learn efficient photo management and organization. The second part of the tutorial explores the Develop Module and the nuanced photo editing that happens within. Designed to be accessible enough for beginners yet rich with deep dives for the experienced, these videos will serve as your compass in navigating Lightroom Classic's expansive landscape. Importing and Cataloging in Lightroom Classic If you are brand new to using Lightroom, it’s a good idea to watch the “How To Properly Set Up A Lightroom Catalog” tutorial. This short video is one of the most important Lightroom tutorials that you will ever watch and is currently my most popular. The foundation of a well-organized photo library starts the moment you import your images into Lightroom Classic. The tutorial meticulously walks through the import dialog box emphasizing strategies for file management. Part 1: The Ultimate Lightroom Classic Library Module Tutorial – Complete Guide The Lightroom Library is where all of the photo organization happens within the software. It is very important to understand how Lightroom handles and organizes your photos so you can take advantage of the software’s most powerful features. The Ultimate Lightroom Classic Library Tutorial covers the topic listed below. Catalog: Learn how Lightroom organizes your photos into a single catalog. Folders: Folders are where your photos are stored on the hard drive. This tutorial will give you useful tips and tricks when it comes to dealing with the folder structure for your photos. Managing Collections The power of Lightroom Classic's collections lies in their ability to organize images without duplicating files, preserving precious disk space. Collection Creation: Whether it's a standard collection for a specific project or smart collections that automatically update based on criteria, understanding how to create and manage collections is key. Collection Sets: Collection Sets are for overarching organization, collection sets act as folders for related collections, perfect for large projects or categorizing images by year or theme. Smart Collections: Smart collections automate the grouping of images based on predefined criteria (e.g., star ratings, keywords, camera settings). Smart collections are an invaluable tool for efficient image sorting. Keywording and Metadata Delving deeper into the nuances of key wording and metadata, the video highlights how you can add keywords to a single or set of photos. Keyword Best Practices: Establish a keyword hierarchy and use synonyms to ensure that images are easily retrievable. Regularly update and refine keywords to keep your library searchable and organized. Library Filter Bar: tHe filter bar is a powerful feature for searching and sorting photos.

Welcome to the Lightroom Queen Forums! We're a friendly bunch, so please feel free to register and join in the conversation. If you're not familiar with forums, you'll find step by step instructions on how to post your first thread under Help at the bottom of the page. You're also welcome to download our free Lightroom Quick Start eBooks and explore our other FAQ resources. Stop struggling with Lightroom! There's no need to spend hours hunting for the answers to your Lightroom Classic questions. All the information you need is in Adobe Lightroom Classic - The Missing FAQ!To help you get started, there's a series of easy tutorials to guide you through a simple workflow. As you grow in confidence, the book switches to a conversational FAQ format, so you can quickly find answers to advanced questions. And better still, the eBooks are updated for every release, so it's always up to date. 12 February 2025 It's Lightroom update time again! See What’s New in Lightroom Classic 14.2, Mobile & Desktop (February 2025)? for Feature updates, new cameras and lenses, and bug fixes. Thread starter York Start date Jan 8, 2025 #1 Lightroom Version Number 13.5 Operating System macOS 12 Monterey I'm in the process of buying a new Mac. I wanted to clean up my Lightroom Folders and Catalog before moving everything to new computer. I changed the name of my current catalog (I thought I was doing it correctly) but apparently I wasn't and now Lightroom can't find it. What should I do?Thanks for any assistance you can provide. #2 Double click it. That will launch Lightroom Classic and then Lightroom Classic will know it again.

Welcome to the Lightroom Queen Forums! We're a friendly bunch, so please feel free to register and join in the conversation. If you're not familiar with forums, you'll find step by step instructions on how to post your first thread under Help at the bottom of the page. You're also welcome to download our free Lightroom Quick Start eBooks and explore our other FAQ resources. Stop struggling with Lightroom! There's no need to spend hours hunting for the answers to your Lightroom Classic questions. All the information you need is in Adobe Lightroom Classic - The Missing FAQ!To help you get started, there's a series of easy tutorials to guide you through a simple workflow. As you grow in confidence, the book switches to a conversational FAQ format, so you can quickly find answers to advanced questions. And better still, the eBooks are updated for every release, so it's always up to date. 12 February 2025 It's Lightroom update time again! See What’s New in Lightroom Classic 14.2, Mobile & Desktop (February 2025)? for Feature updates, new cameras and lenses, and bug fixes. Forums Lightroom & Photoshop Discussion Lightroom Classic (folder-based, subscription) Thread starter ujay68 Start date Nov 3, 2020 Status Not open for further replies. ujay68 New Member Joined Nov 3, 2020 Messages 1 #1 Lightroom Version Number Lightroom Classic 10.0 Operating System iOS I use both Lightroom Classic on a Mac and Lightroom on mobile. Most of my (mostly RAW) originals are stored locally on the Mac, and I sync lots of smart previews to the cloud. Occasionally, I also import some originals on mobile and they get synced to the Mac just fine. However, when things get mixed up, how can I tell apart local originals and cloud originals? Especially, how can I find (or make a collection of) all the photos that are stored in the cloud as originals? I've googled a lot, but I couldn't find anything among the myriad of sync topics. Thanks, John johnbeardy Senior Member Lightroom GuruPremium Classic MemberPremium Cloud Member Joined Oct 8, 2007 Messages 6,901 Location Leafy Dulwich, S London Lightroom Experience Power User Lightroom Version Classic #2 Not easily!I think the most reliable way is to install Cloudy Lightroom on your computer, allow it to sync, and then filter it to "Synced and backed up". This means originals in the cloud.What I do is routinely delete new mobile photos from the All Synced Photos section in Classic Lightroom. On the few occasions I import originals from CF cards into the iPhone, I put them in a new collection which I unsync when they are all in the catalogue. johnbeardy Senior Member Lightroom GuruPremium Classic MemberPremium Cloud Member Joined Oct 8, 2007 Messages 6,901 Location Leafy Dulwich, S London Lightroom Experience Power User Lightroom Version Classic #3 I forgot one important detail : I think the most reliable way is to install Cloudy Lightroom on your computer, allow it to sync, and then filter it to "Synced and backed up".

Welcome to the Lightroom Queen Forums! We're a friendly bunch, so please feel free to register and join in the conversation. If you're not familiar with forums, you'll find step by step instructions on how to post your first thread under Help at the bottom of the page. You're also welcome to download our free Lightroom Quick Start eBooks and explore our other FAQ resources. Stop struggling with Lightroom! There's no need to spend hours hunting for the answers to your Lightroom Classic questions. All the information you need is in Adobe Lightroom Classic - The Missing FAQ!To help you get started, there's a series of easy tutorials to guide you through a simple workflow. As you grow in confidence, the book switches to a conversational FAQ format, so you can quickly find answers to advanced questions. And better still, the eBooks are updated for every release, so it's always up to date. 12 February 2025 It's Lightroom update time again! See What’s New in Lightroom Classic 14.2, Mobile & Desktop (February 2025)? for Feature updates, new cameras and lenses, and bug fixes. Thread starter Paul McFarlane Start date Sep 1, 2022 Status Not open for further replies. #1 Lightroom Version Number Classic 11.5 Operating System macOS 12 Monterey The online Lightroom Virtual Summit is back! We know loads enjoyed the Lightroom Summit last year, and this year the format is the same:5 days, 15 instructors teaching 45 classes, over 33 hours of education.Check the dates - October 3 - 7, 2022. Once again this year we have the opportunity to watch all the classes for free. Once a class is released we'll have 48 hours to watch (and rewatch) the class for free. After 48 hours the classes get archived to the VIP Member area (an optional purchase).Click here