How To Batch Edit In Lightroom Classic – Beginners Tutorial
In this video we will be learning how to perform a batch edit in Lightroom Classic, which means how to edit multiple photos in Lightroom in bulk.
Using this technique, you will be able to copy and paste the settings from one photo and apply it to multiple photos just by a single click.
Here is the video:
Video Summary
This video by Creative Pad Media explains how to batch edit in Adobe Lightroom Classic by syncing settings from one photo to multiple others, a technique that saves significant time during large shoots.
Summary of Batch Editing Steps
- Initial Edit: Start by editing one “reference” photo to achieve the desired look. In this example, the instructor raises shadows and decreases highlights to create a “window pull” effect, revealing details outside the windows [01:54].
- Lens Correction: To ensure consistency, the instructor enables profile corrections to remove lens distortion [02:43].
- Selecting Photos: After the first photo is edited, select all the images you want to update. Ensure the edited photo is the “most highlighted” as it acts as the reference for the sync [03:33].
- Syncing Settings: Right-click and navigate to Develop Settings > Sync Settings [03:54]. A dialogue box appears where you can choose which specific adjustments to apply across the batch, such as tones, colors, and lens corrections [04:00].
- Selective Syncing: It is recommended to uncheck settings like “Crop” if the orientation or framing varies between shots, as a universal crop may not fit every image [04:39].
- Manual Refinement: Once synchronized, you can quickly scroll through the batch to make minor manual adjustments to individual photos that might need specific attention, such as further highlight recovery [05:34].
