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Frequently asked question

  1. Download the Presets:

    • Start by downloading the Lightroom preset files (.lrtemplate or .xmp format) to your computer. Presets are often shared as ZIP files, so you'll need to extract them first.
  2. Open Adobe Lightroom:

    • Launch Adobe Lightroom Classic or Lightroom CC on your computer.
  3. Go to the Develop Module:

    • Navigate to the Develop module in Lightroom.
  4. Locate the Presets Panel:

    • Look for the Presets panel on the left side of the Develop module.
  5. Add a New Preset Folder (Optional):

    • Right-click on "User Presets" or any existing preset folder and choose "New Folder" to create a new folder for your presets (this step is optional but helps keep things organized).
  6. Import Presets:

    • Right-click on the newly created folder (or an existing folder) and choose "Import..."
    • Navigate to where you saved your downloaded presets, select them, and click "Import."
  7. Apply Presets:

    • Once imported, you can apply presets to your photos by clicking on them in the Presets panel.


Backup Your Presets:

Keep a backup of your downloaded presets in case you need to reinstall them in the future.
 

Organize Presets:

Use folders within Lightroom to categorize and organize your presets for easier access.
 

Experiment:

Don't hesitate to tweak the preset settings to match your style or the specific photo you're editing.

  1. Download the Presets:

    • Download the Lightroom preset files (.dng format) to your mobile device. Make sure the files are accessible within the device's storage.
  2. Open Adobe Lightroom App:

    • Launch the Adobe Lightroom app on your mobile device.
  3. Import Presets:

    • Tap the "+" icon in the bottom-right corner to import a new photo.
    • Select the downloaded .dng preset file from your device's storage.
  4. Create a Preset:

    • After importing the .dng file, tap on the photo and open the editing panel.
    • Adjust the settings (exposure, contrast, etc.) to create the desired look.
    • Tap the three-dot menu at the top-right corner and select "Create Preset."
    • Give your preset a name and tap the checkmark to save it.
  5. Apply Presets:

    • Now that the preset is saved, open any photo in Lightroom.
    • Scroll to the Presets section in the editing panel and select the preset you created to apply it to the photo.

Installing Video LUTs in Adobe Premiere Pro:

  1. Open Adobe Premiere Pro: Launch Adobe Premiere Pro on your computer.

  2. Import Your Footage: Import the video clip(s) you want to apply the LUT to into your project.

  3. Navigate to the Lumetri Color Panel: Go to the "Color" workspace or select the "Color" tab to open the Lumetri Color panel.

  4. Apply a Basic LUT: Under the "Creative" section in the Lumetri Color panel, you'll find a dropdown menu for "Look." Click on it and select "Browse..."

  5. Locate and Import the LUT: In the file explorer window that opens, navigate to the folder where your LUTs are saved. Select the desired LUT file (.cube format) and click "Open" to import it.

  6. Adjust LUT Intensity (Optional): After applying the LUT, you can adjust the intensity using the "Intensity" slider in the Lumetri Color panel to fine-tune the effect.

  7. Preview and Playback: Preview the video with the LUT applied in the Program Monitor to see the effect. Make further adjustments as needed.

  8. Export Your Edited Video: Once you're satisfied with the color grading, proceed to export your video with the applied LUT.

Installing Video LUTs in DaVinci Resolve:

  1. Launch DaVinci Resolve: Open DaVinci Resolve on your computer.

  2. Import Your Footage: Import the video clip(s) you want to color grade using LUTs into your project.

  3. Navigate to the Color Page: Switch to the "Color" workspace by clicking on the "Color" tab at the bottom of the interface.

  4. Open the LUTs Panel: In the Color page, locate the "LUTs" panel in the upper-right corner of the interface.

  5. Import the LUT: Click on the "Open LUT Folder" icon in the LUTs panel. This will open the LUTs folder on your computer.

  6. Copy LUT Files: Copy the LUT file(s) (.cube format) into the LUTs folder.

  7. Refresh LUTs List: Back in DaVinci Resolve, right-click within the LUTs panel and choose "Refresh LUT List" to update the list with the newly added LUTs.

  8. Apply the LUT: Select the desired LUT from the LUTs panel and drag it onto the node graph or the clip(s) in the timeline to apply the LUT.

  9. Adjust LUT Settings (Optional): Customize the LUT settings using the color grading controls in DaVinci Resolve to achieve the desired look.

  10. Preview and Export: Preview the video with the applied LUT in the Color page. Once satisfied, proceed to export your color-graded video.

Using LUTs in VN Video Editor (Android/iOS):

  1. Download LUT Files: First, download the LUT file (.cube format) to your mobile device. You can find LUTs available for download from various websites or preset packs.

  2. Open VN Video Editor: Launch the VN Video Editor app on your mobile device.

  3. Import Your Video Clip: Start a new project or open an existing project in VN Video Editor. Import the video clip(s) you want to edit and apply the LUT to.

  4. Access Video Effects: Locate the video effects section within VN Video Editor. This is usually represented by icons or tabs along the bottom of the screen.

  5. Apply the LUT: Look for an option to apply color grading or filters to your video clips. In VN Video Editor, this may be labeled as "Filters" or "Effects."

  6. Import LUT File: Find the option to import custom LUTs. This could be a button or icon that allows you to add external LUT files to the app.

  7. Select the Imported LUT: Navigate to the location where you downloaded the LUT file. Select the LUT file you want to use and import it into VN Video Editor.

  8. Apply LUT to Video Clip: Once the LUT is imported, select it from the list of available LUTs within VN Video Editor. Apply the LUT to your video clip(s) by tapping on it.

  9. Adjust LUT Intensity (Optional): Some mobile video editors like VN Video Editor may allow you to adjust the intensity or strength of the applied LUT. Use sliders or settings to fine-tune the effect to your liking.

  10. Preview and Export Your Video: Preview your edited video with the applied LUT to see the effect. Make any additional adjustments if needed. Finally, export your video with the LUT applied to save and share your color-graded footage.

Note:

  1. The exact steps to import and apply LUTs may vary slightly depending on the version of VN Video Editor and the operating system (Android/iOS) you are using.
  2. Make sure to check the app's documentation or help section for specific instructions on using custom LUTs within VN Video Editor.
  3. Ensure that the LUT file you download is compatible with VN Video Editor and your mobile device.