How to Install Lightroom Presets

Follow our step-by-step instructions to install presets in Lightroom Classic, Lightroom CC, and Lightroom Mobile. Get started in minutes!

Lightroom Classic

Download the preset ZIP file and extract it to a folder on your computer.

Launch Adobe Lightroom Classic and go to the Develop module.

In the Presets panel, click the "+" icon and select "Import Presets". Choose your extracted .lrtemplate or .xmp files.

Your presets will appear in the Presets panel. Click on any preset to apply it to your photo.

Download and extract the preset files to your computer.

Open Lightroom CC, select a photo, and go to the Edit panel.

Click on "Presets" at the bottom, then click the three dots (...) and select "Import Presets".

Choose your .xmp preset files and click "Import". Your presets will appear in the Presets panel.

Download the preset pack and look for .dng files (sample images with preset applied).

Open Lightroom Mobile and import the .dng files to your library.

Select a .dng file, tap the three dots (...), and choose "Create Preset".

Give your preset a name and save it. You can now apply it to any photo in your mobile library.

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Presets work best with RAW files (.CR2, .NEF, .ARW, etc.) as they contain more image data.

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Presets are starting points. Feel free to adjust exposure, highlights, and shadows to perfect your image.

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Create folders to organize your presets by style, photographer, or use case for easy access.

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In Lightroom Classic, you can assign keyboard shortcuts to your favorite presets for faster workflow.

Browse our collection of free Lightroom presets and start creating stunning images today!