Tips for using Lightroom mobile - Edit your photos anywhere

Welcome to this tutorial on Lightroom mobile! You have the opportunity to use the powerful features of Lightroom on your smartphone while on the go. In this guide, you will learn how to synchronize photos, create collections, and efficiently edit your images. Whether you are at a wedding or simply taking photos on the move, Lightroom mobile allows you to organize and edit your images anytime, anywhere.

Key Takeaways

1. You can synchronize your photos with Lightroom, making them available on both your desktop and smartphone.
2. Creating collections and saving images for offline use is simple and efficient.
3. Smart Previews are used to ensure you require less storage while being able to work on high-quality edits.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Accessing Collections

To work with Lightroom mobile, you first need to access your collections. Go to the "Collections" tab in the bottom navigation bar. Here you can view and manage all your collections.

Step 2: Creating a New Collection

To create a new collection, click on the "New Collection" button. Make sure to activate the "Sync to Lightroom CC" option. You can also choose to "Include Selected Photos" to add some images immediately. Name your collection, for example, "Lightroom once," and click on "Create."

Step 3: Syncing Images

Once the collection is created, Lightroom will automatically start syncing your photos. This may take some time depending on the number of images and your internet connection. You can track the synchronization progress in the bottom bar.

Step 4: Accessing Lightroom Mobile

Switch to your smartphone and open the Lightroom mobile app. You should now see the newly created collection, "Lightroom once," where the photos have already been synchronized.

Step 5: Photo Editing

You can now edit images in Lightroom mobile. Select the desired image and start editing. You can make color corrections, adjustments to exposure and contrast, or even rate photos. Rating a picture with five stars will synchronize it across all your devices within seconds.

Step 6: Local Saving

If you want to use your images offline, click on the three dots next to the image and select "Save Locally." Lightroom will show you the required storage capacity; then confirm the download. This makes the images available offline, and once you reconnect to the internet, the changes will be synchronized.

Step 7: Using Smart Previews

An important aspect of Lightroom mobile is using Smart Previews. These are generated from your desktop and stored in the cloud on your smartphone. They allow you to work with smaller files, reducing the amount of storage space you need.

Step 8: Syncing Editing Steps

If you are used to certain editing steps in Lightroom on desktop, you can also implement them in the mobile app. Experiment with the features and discover how you can achieve your desired results on your smartphone as well.

Summary

In this tutorial, you have learned how to effectively use Lightroom mobile to synchronize and edit your photos on the go. By easily creating collections and utilizing Smart Previews, you have all the tools you need right in your pocket.