How to Batch Edit in Lightroom 2024 (Classic and CC)

How to Batch Edit in Lightroom 2024 (Classic and CC)

Are you a professional photographer with a lot of photo and video editing work, but worried about time management to deliver orders on time? Don’t worry! Here we show you a time-saving and easy way to apply the right settings to a whole bunch of photos to make them look attractive. Guess how? I’m talking about Lightroom’s batch editing feature. Knowing how to batch edit in Lightroom Classic and CC is a must to get your work done in a jiffy instead of watching the clock for hours.

What is batch editing?

The word batch means a group, package, or batch, so batch editing refers to editing a large number of photos and videos, which can be dozens or hundreds. With batch editing, Lightroom users can apply the right settings for color, contrast, exposure, etc. to multiple images within a few clicks. It is worth gold for those who have a lot of photos of their clients and want to edit them in less time.

Imagine you went to an event and took hundreds of pictures, when you come home you realize that your picture colors are not getting the best impression Then changing the colors of all the pictures is a time-consuming and tedious task, no doubt about it you will find a way to change the color of the entire image at once batch Editing is a breath of fresh air because you can apply the same adjustments and techniques to some large images.

As we know, there are two variants of Lightroom including Classic & CC as discussed in Lightroom Classic vs Lightroom CC. So it is a must to know the batch editing procedure of both versions whether you are using it on mobile or desktop.

How to Batch Edit in Lightroom Classic?

Lightroom is the classic desktop version, which was introduced long ago, and does not offer cloud-based storage. Due to its user-friendly interface, it is trusted by many professional and casual photographers. Therefore, it is imperative to discuss several methods to know how to batch edit in Lightroom Classic. Let’s explain each technique in detail:

Apply presets during the Import

In this method, images are imported into the Import module and then the same preset is applied to all selected images. Let’s explain it step by step:

  • Open Lightroom Classic on your Mac, desktop, or laptop, and then click the “Import” button in the lower left corner.
  • To the left of the Import button, you will see several photo folders in the local storage of your device, so select the desired folder.
  • You will find all imported images, such as thumbnails, in the main panel of the Import module.
  • All images are already selected, so you need to apply the desired preset.
  • Go to “Apply during import” on the right side of the Import module and select a preset from “Develop settings”.
  • Press “Import” and each selected image will be edited.
  • Save photos in a few clicks and save your precious time.

Applying presets in the Library module

This method imports images into the General Library instead of the Import panel, and the following steps apply:

  • Go to the Library module and click the “Import” button to import images from your device’s local storage.
  • After importing, click the first image in the library, hold down the Control key, and select all the images.
  • In the Quick Develop panel, select a preset and apply it to all selected images in the library in Lightroom.
  • Apply custom edits to all selected images in the Library module.

Copy and paste the Settings

This smooth batch editing process involves using two types of keys. If you are a Windows user, Ctrl C and Ctrl V are used, while Mac users can perform batch edits to Lightroom using Command+C and Command+V. For the copy-and-paste setup, you need to follow these steps.

  • Select the desired image from the Library module and then press “Develop Module”.
  • Editing the selected image by changing transitions, contrast, color, or brightness is the next step.
  • To copy the settings, you need to press Ctrl+C on Windows or Command+C on Mac to open the Copy Settings dialog box. Exposure, contrast, color, and brightness should all be up to date after selecting an image.
  • Press Ctrl+C on a Windows computer or Command+C on a Mac to open the Copy Settings dialog box at the bottom before selecting the copy option.
  • Once you have made your selection, go to where the thumbnails are.
  • Hold down the Command key on a Mac or the Control key on Windows while selecting the graphics on which you want to apply the settings. You can also use the method by following the steps below.
  • Select an image or video from the Import or Library module and edit it by adjusting the color, contrast, exposure, or white balance using the Develop module.
  • Select the photo you have edited, as well as any other photos you want to edit.
  • Use the “Sync” button in the Develop module. A new window will appear.
  • Select the photo settings you want to sync with other selected photos and videos.
  • Once everything is done, Lightroom will apply the exact settings to all other selected photos and videos.

Edit in batch with AutoSynchronize

It is more flexible than the method discussed above because it allows us to apply the settings made to a selected image. On the other hand, Auto Sync allows us to select multiple edited photos and apply any adjustments to all the other photos. Let’s discuss all the steps involved in this procedure:

  • Open the Develop module > press Shift and select the first and last images among the images you want to edit.
  • After you finish your edits, you will see a small switch at the bottom next to the “Sync” button. You must turn it on before activating “Auto Sync”.
  • After that, you can edit all the selected photos to sync automatically.

How to batch edit in Lightroom Mobile?

Lightroom CC is used on all devices including Android, iPhone, Windows, or Mac, and can be synced across devices. If you are using it on a PC, you can follow the steps above for batch editing in Lightroom Classic. However, to learn how to batch edit in Lightroom Mobile, you need to follow the steps below.

  • Step 1: Open the Lightroom mobile app and import photos from your mobile library or cloud storage.
  • Step 2: Edit an image to your liking by applying presets or manually adjusting the color, contrast, brightness, or background.
  • Step 3: Highlight the modified image & add it to the image library.
  • Step 4: Now click on the three dots from the top right corner, and click “Select” from the selection that appears.
  • Step 5: Tap on the photo that you want to copy the adjustments from.
  • Step 6: Click on “Copy” from the various options below and then press “Done”.
  • Step 7: Then, proceed to select other photos that you want to apply specific settings to. Part 4 is capable of this.
  • Step 8: Select the “Paste” option from the bottom menu. Follow this select “done” and rejoice that it’s all over.

If you are wondering how to batch edit in Lightroom for iPhone or iPad, the solution is already given as you have to follow the same steps as for mobile

Lightroom Batch Editing: Pros and cons

Helps in editing numerous photos and videos with ease.
It saves our precious time.
Reduce the boredom of performing the same editing task again and again.
This allows us to deliver our clients’ editing projects on time.
Sometimes we face errors when copying the settings or adjustments of an edited image.
Make us lazy.
Lower our intellectual level.


Final Thoughts

If you are looking for the top 10 best Lightroom alternatives, then this blog is for you as we have described the main features, pros, and cons of each application. Moreover, you can also know the price of each software and compatible devices, easily compare them, and choose the best one. However, Lightroom is the best of all the above as it is compatible with all devices comes in two different versions, including Lightroom Classic and CC, and is available in different pricing plans.

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