Saving Presets in Lightroom Mobile: An In-Depth Guide

Presets can significantly streamline your editing process in Adobe Lightroom Mobile. They allow you to save a combination of edits and apply them to other photos with a single tap. This guide will provide a step-by-step process on how to save your presets in Lightroom Mobile.

Step 1: Create Your Edit

To start with, select a photo from your library and apply the edits you'd like to save as a preset. This can include anything from exposure and contrast adjustments, color grading, or applying effects like grain or vignettes.

Step 2: Open the Preset Panel

Once you're happy with your edits, you will need to save them as a new preset. To do this, navigate to the Presets panel:

1. Tap the three-dot icon in the upper-right corner of the screen.
2. From the dropdown menu, select 'Create Preset'.

Step 3: Name Your Preset

A new panel will appear, prompting you to name your new preset. Be descriptive with your preset name so you can easily remember what types of edits are included. For instance, "Warm Tones High Contrast" or "Black and White High Clarity".

Step 4: Choose Which Edits to Include

Underneath the preset name, you'll see several categories of edits like 'Light', 'Color', 'Effects', and 'Detail'. By default, all the edits you've made will be included in your preset. If there are specific edits you want to exclude, simply uncheck the corresponding box.

Step 5: Save Your Preset

Once you've chosen the edits you want to include and given your preset a name, tap on the checkmark in the upper right corner. Your preset will now be saved.

Step 6: Apply Your Preset to Other Photos

To apply your preset to other photos:

1. Open the photo you want to edit.
2. Tap on the Presets icon at the bottom of the editing toolbar.
3. You'll see a list of all your presets. Tap on the one you want to apply.

And that's it! Your preset will now be applied to the photo, and you can further refine the edit if needed.

Conclusion

Presets are a great way to ensure a consistent look across your photos and speed up your editing process. Once you've mastered creating and saving presets in Lightroom Mobile, you'll be able to apply complex edits with just a few taps. And remember, the best way to learn is by experimenting. So, go ahead and create your own unique presets and see how they can enhance your photos!