Are you looking to take your photo editing skills to the next level? One way to enhance your editing process in Adobe Lightroom is by using presets. Presets are pre-defined settings that can be applied to your photos with just one click, saving you time and helping you achieve a consistent look across your images.
Installing presets in Lightroom is a simple process that can greatly expand your editing capabilities. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:
How to install presets in Lightroom (Desktop)
How to install presets in Lightroom Classic:
- Step 1: Download your new preset pack and extract the ZIP file. Pro tip: create a new folder in a secure location such as your Documents folder or on a hard drive to keep your presets organized
- Step 2: Open Lightroom Classic and go to the Develop Module. On the left there will be a section labeled "Presets"
- Step 3: Click the "+" icon at the top right of the Presets section and select Import Presets
- Step 4: Select the presets' ZIP file or individual presets, then click "Import"
Your presets will now be listed in the Presets section and are ready to go!
How to Install presets in Lightroom CC:
- Step 1: Download your new preset pack and extract the ZIP file. Pro tip: create a new folder in a secure location such as your Documents folder or on a hard drive to keep your presets organized
- Step 2: Open Lightroom CC and click on any image
- Step 3: Go to File > Import Profiles and Presets
- Step 4: Select the presets' ZIP file or folder with individual presets, then click "Import"
Your presets will now be listed in the Presets panel on the right side of the screen!
How to install presets in Lightroom Mobile
METHOD 1 (requires Lightroom desktop)
If you have Lightroom for desktop, this is going to be the easiest and quickest way to get your presets installed onto your mobile device.
- Step 1: Follow the guide above to install your presets to Lightroom CC
- Step 2: Allow a few minutes for the presets to sync to the cloud (make sure you are connected to the internet)
Your presets will now be available on Lightroom Mobile!
METHOD 2 - DNG Files
If you do not have Lightroom for desktop, there is one other way to import custom presets into Lightroom Mobile. IMPORTANT: Make sure the pack you plan on getting has DNG files (or says compatible with Lightroom Mobile on the product page) such as my "Washed Out" preset pack!
- Step 1: Download your new preset pack and extract the zip folder on your mobile device
- Step 2: Save the DNG files (these will look like images) to your device
- Step 3: Open Lightroom Mobile
- Step 4: To save each preset, add the DNG file (image from your device) onto Lightroom Mobile from the device tab as if you were going to edit the photo
- Step 5: Go to the presets tab and click on the 3 dots in the top right corner
- Step 6: Click "create preset" and save the settings as they are on the image
Your presets will now be available on Lightroom Mobile!
Where to get the best Lightroom Presets
Lightroom Presets are commonly sold by all types of creators, but with a huge selection out there, it can be hard to tell which presets are ones you'll actually want to use. That's why I launched a website specifically to feature the best creators with the best presets, regardless of follower count or accolades.