How To Install Lightroom Presets on Android | Windows, MAC Devices 2024 Updated
Introduction
In the newer versions of Adobe Lightroom, the method of installing and using presets has been changed by developers. After the introduction of Lightroom CC in 2017, Adobe changed the file format from *.lrtemplate to *.xmp.
While installing Adobe Lightroom presets on your device, many users need help with file formats, ensuring compatibility with different versions, etc. To overcome these common issues here is a complete guide for installing Lightroom presets on your device.
How to Install Lightroom Presets on different devices
Installing Adobe Lightroom presets on various devices includes a few steps. Every device has different compatibility with presets. Here I’ll discuss a complete general guide for installing Lightroom presets on various devices as mentioned below:
How to Install Lightroom Presets on Mobile / Android
How to Install Lightroom Presets on iPhone
How to Install Lightroom Presets on iPad
How to Install Lightroom Presets on a PC / Windows
How to Install Lightroom Presets on Mac
How to Install Lightroom Presets in Photoshop
How to Install Lightroom Presets on Mobile?
Installing Lightroom presets on any Android device is very easy. You can install presets by different methods. Here I’ll discuss different methods of installing Lightroom presets on Android devices.
Method I: Import Presets directly into the Mobile
First, you need to download all the presets you want to use or import into Adobe Lightroom, from our website.
After downloading the presets, open the Lightroom mobile app on your Android device and click the ‘+’ icon to add presets. You can import a Zip file directly without unzipping it.
Select the files from the given options and add them.
Now open the photo, and go to the preset tab. There you’ll find all the installed presets available.
Method II: Use Lightroom Sync
Syncing is the easiest way of installing Lightroom presets on your device. In this method you just need to install presets on your desktop by following the below-mentioned procedure, and then you need to have the same Adobe cloud ID on both devices i.e. your desktop and Android mobile device.
Open the Lightroom mobile app and click the sync option to get all the installed presets here.
Navigate to your download folder and locate the .zip file containing the presets.
Tap on it and extract the DNG files.
Now open the Lightroom mobile app and create a new folder with some name.
Create a new album with the same name as the preset pack.
Tap the [add photo icon] and choose from files.
Locate the DNG files, select all of them, and open them.
Open the first preset, tap the menu icon, and select Create Preset.
Choose a name and a preset group then tap the save icon, to save the preset.
Repeat the process for the remaining presets.
Now open the photo, and go to the preset tab. There you’ll find all the installed presets available.
How to Install Lightroom Presets on iPad
Installing Lightroom presets on an iPad is similar to the process on an iPhone. The following steps involve the complete installation process.
First of all, download all the preset files on your iPad.
Download the File App from the iStore, and open the preset file using this File App.
It will automatically unzip the archive files.
Now open the Adobe Lightroom App on your device, In the button right-hand corner select the photo icon then select from files which opens the files window.
In this window, navigate to your download folder and select the preset pack.
After clicking on any preset file, it will automatically be added to the Lightroom library from where you can use the preset.
How to Install Lightroom Presets on a PC / Windows
Installing Lightroom presets on your PC involves the following steps.
Unzip the preset file using WinRar or any other Unarchiever.
Open Lightroom on your PC, In the top menu, go to Edit > Preferences> Click on Preset Tab.
Click on the button, Show Lightroom develop presets.
Inside the Lightroom folder that opened, you’ll see a “Develop Presets” folder. Copy and paste the preset files (usually .lrtemplate or .xmp files) into this folder.
Close and Re-open the Lightroom app on your PC. Now open the picture and start applying presets.
How to Install Lightroom Presets on Mac
Installing Lightroom presets on your Mac involves the following steps.
Unzip the preset file using a built-in zip file extractor or other iOS Unarchiver.
Open Lightroom on your Mac, In the top menu, go to Lightroom Classic > Preferences > Click on Preset Tab.
Click on the button, Show Lightroom develop presets.
Inside the Lightroom folder that opened, you’ll see a “Develop Presets” folder. Copy and paste the preset files (usually .lrtemplate or .xmp files) into this folder.
Close and Re-open the Lightroom app on your Mac device. Now open the picture and start applying presets.
How to Install Lightroom Presets in Photoshop
Do you know, that you can use Lightroom presets in Photoshop by manual process? Here I’ll share a complete step-by-step guide on how to install and use Lightroom presets in Adobe Photoshop.
Download and extract the zip file.
Convert your preset file to DNG format using Adobe free DNG converter. Because Photoshop only supports .dng format.
Now open Photoshop, go to File > Open > choose DNG file.
Once the DNG file is open, it will launch the camera raw editor. On the right, search the preset tab.
Select the Load setting from the menu icon. Navigate to the preset folder and click Load.
After loading the preset, now open any picture start applying different presets, and save them.
Conclusion
Adobe Lightroom makes it easier for users to edit photos quickly by using amazing presets and filters. The installation process is different for each device, as has been discussed in detail in this article. By understanding the installation process and how to use presets, you can save time, and take your editing skills to the next level.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Make sure you restart Lightroom after installing. Also, double-check that you placed the presets in the correct folder. Some presets in subfolders within the “Develop Presets” folder may be installed.
Yes, most presets come in zipped folders. You’ll need to unzip them using software like WinZip or 7zip before installation.
Preset compatibility can vary, but generally, presets made for Lightroom Classic will work in Lightroom CC (desktop version) and vice versa. However, older presets may not work with newer versions due to software changes.
