How To Add Presets to Lightroom Mobile in 2025
Written by: Alexa StarrLast updated: 12/2/24
Lightroom Mobile offers an incredible array of editing tools to enhance your photos, but adding a preset group, such as those available in the Lightroom mobile app, including Lightroom cc, can take your editing game to a whole new level.
With the ability to sync your presets across all your devices, you can easily edit your photos on the go and have them look consistent across all platforms, including your camera roll.
Presets are predefined settings that allow you to apply specific looks or styles to your images with just a few taps in Lightroom Classic.
You can import in lrtemplate files or dng format to enhance your photos and achieve a consistent aesthetic across your portfolio.
Remember to back up your presets folder regularly to avoid losing your customized settings.
In this guide, we will walk you through the simple steps to add presets to Lightroom Mobile, unlocking endless creative possibilities for your photography.
With the ability to add xmp presets you can easily enhance your photos with just a few clicks and organize them into a new group.
This process can be done on both mobile devices and desktop computers.
What are presets, and why use them in Lightroom Mobile App (DNG/XMP)?
Presets in Lightroom Mobile are preconfigured editing settings that allow you to apply consistent and cohesive edits to your photos with a single click.
They save you time and effort by offering a quick way to enhance your images, maintain a consistent aesthetic, and adjust white balance.
With presets, you can quickly achieve your desired look and feel across multiple photos on your mobile device.
Where to find and download presets for Adobe Lightroom Mobile /Desktop
To add presets to Lightroom Mobile, you must first find and download them from the app store.
Fortunately, there are several sources where you can find a wide variety of presets to suit your editing needs, including those available on Adobe Creative Cloud's classic cc.
Once you have downloaded the presets, you can easily import the presets into Lightroom Mobile via email once you have downloaded them.
One of the most popular options for Android and iOS users is to visit the Play Store, online marketplaces, or websites dedicated to selling presets on Google.
These platforms often offer a vast selection of Lightroom presets crafted by professional photographers and editing experts, including the popular preset pack for the desktop version.
Browse the available options on Google Play, choose the ones that catch your eye, and follow the instructions to download the latest new album.
The app will download the default album if you don't choose any option.
Another option is to search for a free Lightroom preset tutorial online with a free app.
Many photographers and creators generously share their presets for others to use, including the popular zip preset that can be downloaded as a zip file.
Step-by-step guide on how to import presets into Lightroom Mobile
1. Open Lightroom Mobile on your device and navigate to the "Presets" tab at the bottom of the screen. You can import your dng file presets or download them from various sources online, including the option to create a new preset group.
2. Tap on the "+" icon located in the top-right corner of the Presets tab. This will open a menu with various options, including optics and tint.
3. From the menu, select "Import Presets." This will prompt you to browse for the presets files on your device.
4. Locate the downloaded preset files on your device and select them. You can import multiple presets at once by selecting multiple files.
5. Once you've selected the preset files, tap the "Import" button to import them into Lightroom Mobile.
6. After the import process, you'll find your newly imported presets in the "User Presets" section of the Presets tab.
7. To apply a preset to a photo, open the image in Lightroom Mobile, go to the Edit mode, and navigate to the Presets tab.
8. Browse your imported presets and tap on one to apply it to your photo. You'll instantly see the transformation take place as the preset applies a specific set of adjustments and filters to enhance the look and feel of your image.
How to apply presets to your photos for editing in Lightroom Mobile
1. Open Lightroom Mobile and select the photo you want to edit.
2. Tap on the Edit icon at the bottom of the screen to enter the editing mode.
3. In the editing toolbar, you'll see a Presets icon. Tap on it to access your imported presets.
4. Browse your presets and tap on one to apply it to your photo. You'll instantly see the preset's adjustments and filters take effect, transforming the look of your image.
5. If you want to customize further or fine-tune the preset, you can make additional adjustments using the editing tools available in Lightroom Mobile. This allows you to tailor the preset to suit your preferences and style.
6. Once you're satisfied with the edits, save your photo or share it directly from Lightroom Mobile to your preferred platform.
Adjusting and customizing presets in Android/iOS/Google/iPhone Lightroom Mobile
To adapt and customize Lightroom mobile presets, browse through them and tap on one to apply it to your photo.
If needed, make additional adjustments using the editing tools available in Lightroom Mobile, such as exposure, contrast, saturation, and color temperature.
You can also experiment with cropping, straightening, and applying selective adjustments using brushes or radial filters.
Once satisfied with the edits, save or share your photo directly from Lightroom Mobile.
Organizing and managing presets in Lightroom Mobile sync
To organize and manage Lightroom presets in Lightroom Mobile, start by creating folders to categorize presets based on themes or types of images.
Rename presets with descriptive names for easy identification.
Periodically go through your collection and delete any unused presets to keep your library clutter-free.
Consider exporting and sharing your own custom presets or ones you love to build a community of photographers who can benefit from each other's creative edits.
FAQs
What is Lightroom Mobile and how does it work?
Lightroom Mobile is a mobile app developed by Adobe that allows users to edit and enhance their photos on the go. It works by providing a simplified version of the desktop Lightroom software, with features like preset filters, basic editing tools, and cloud storage for seamless access across devices.
How do I import presets into Lightroom?
To add presets to Lightroom Mobile on your device, open the apcreatePresets tab. Tap the three-dot menu and choose "Import Presets." Locate the preset files saved on your device and import them. Wait for the import to finish, then organize the presets folders if desired. To apply presets to your photos, open an image, click Edit, and find the Presets section.
Can you import presets to Lightroom mobile?
Yes, presets can be imported to Lightroom mobile in two ways:
- Sync presets from Lightroom Desktop when using the same Adobe account
- Import DNG preset files directly into Lightroom mobile by:
- Downloading the preset files
- Opening them in Lightroom mobile
- Creating new presets from the imported DNG files
Supported preset file formats:
- DNG files
- XMP files (through desktop sync only)
How to import XMP file to Lightroom mobile?
Steps to import XMP files to Lightroom mobile:
- Open Lightroom mobile on your device
- Tap the "+" icon in the bottom-right corner
- Select "Add Photos"
- Navigate to the folder containing your XMP files
- Select the XMP files you want to import
- Tap "Add" to import the selected files
Alternative method:
- Save XMP files to Creative Cloud storage
- Open Lightroom mobile
- Access Creative Cloud folder
- Select and import XMP files
Important notes:
- XMP files must be paired with their corresponding image files
- Both XMP and image files should be in the same folder
- Lightroom mobile may not support all XMP data types
- Some XMP settings might not transfer correctly to mobile version
How to import presets in Lightroom?
Steps to import presets in Lightroom:
For Lightroom Classic:
- Go to Develop module
- Right-click in the Presets panel
- Select "Import Presets"
- Navigate to your preset files (.xmp or .lrtemplate)
- Select the presets and click "Import"
For Lightroom CC:
- Click the Presets button in the Edit panel
- Click the three-dot menu (...)
- Select "Import Presets"
- Locate and select your preset files (.xmp)
- Click "Import"
Alternative Method (Both Versions):
- Copy preset files directly to Lightroom's presets file folder location
- Windows: C:\Users[Username]\AppData\Roaming\Adobe\Lightroom\Develop Presets
- Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Adobe/Lightroom/Develop Presets
- Restart Lightroom
- Presets will appear in the Presetss file panel
How do I import files into Lightroom mobile?
Methods to import files into Lightroom mobile:
- From Camera Roll/Gallery:
- Open Lightroom mobile
- Tap "Add photos" button
- Select photos from your device
- Tap "Add" or "Import"
- Direct Camera Capture:
- Tap camera icon in Lightroom CC
- Take photos using Lightroom's camera
- Photos automatically import to library
- Using Files App (iOS):
- Open Files app
- Select photos
- Share/Export to Lightroom CC
- From Cloud Storage:
- Connect cloud storage account
- Browse and select photos
- Import to Lightroom
- From Computer:
- Enable sync in Lightroom CC Desktop
- Add photos to synced collections
- Photos appear in mobile automatically
- From SD Card (with adapter):
- Connect SD card to device
- Open Lightroom
- Select "Add Photos"
- Choose photos from SD card
All imported photos are automatically backed up to Creative Cloud if sync is enabled.
Conclusion
In conclusion, adding presets to Lightroom Mobile can greatly enhance your editing process and help you create, a unique and personalized look for your photos.
Following the above steps, you can easily import, apply, and organize your presets.
Remember to organize your presets for easy access, share and collaborate with essential photographers, and always stay open to experimentation.
With Lightroom Mobile at your fingertips, you have the power to transform your photos into stunning works of art.