Transferring your Lightroom Mobile presets to another phone can be done in a few ways, depending on whether you're using the cloud-based syncing or if you need to manually transfer them.
Method 1: Cloud Sync (Recommended if you have an Adobe Creative Cloud subscription)
This is the easiest and most efficient method, as your presets will automatically sync across all your devices logged into the same Adobe ID.
1. Ensure Syncing is Enabled:On your current phone with the presets, open Lightroom Mobile.
- Tap the cloud icon (usually in the top right corner).
- Make sure syncing is enabled and all your photos and presets are synced to the cloud. You should see "Synced" or a similar status.
2. Log In on the New Phone:
- Install the Lightroom Mobile app on your new phone.
- Log in using the same Adobe ID that you use on your current phone.
3. Wait for Sync:
- Once logged in, Lightroom Mobile on the new phone should automatically start syncing your photos and all your presets from the cloud. This might take some time depending on your internet connection and the number of photos/presets.
- Check the "Presets" section to see if they're all there.
Method 2: Manual Transfer (Using DNG Files)
If you don't have a Creative Cloud subscription that enables syncing, or if you prefer a manual method, you can export your presets as DNG files and then import them on the new phone.
On your Old Phone (to export the presets):
1. Open Lightroom Mobile: Launch the Lightroom Mobile app.
2. Select a Photo: Choose any photo from your library. It doesn't matter what photo it is, as the DNG will carry the preset data.
3. Apply the Preset: Apply the preset you want to transfer to this photo.
4. Export as DNG:
- Tap the Share icon (usually a box with an upward arrow).
- Select "Export as..." or "Export".
- Choose "DNG (Original)" as the file type.
- Make sure to include all necessary settings for the preset (e.g., enable "Include Presets" or similar options if available, though DNG typically carries all edits).
- Tap "Export" or "Save".
5. Transfer the DNG:
- Once exported, you'll be given options to share the DNG file. You can:
- Airdrop (iOS to iOS): If both phones are iPhones, this is very convenient.
- Email: Send the DNG file to yourself via email.
- Cloud Storage: Upload the DNG to Google Drive, Dropbox, iCloud Drive, etc.
- Messaging Apps: Some messaging apps might allow you to send DNG files.
6. Repeat for Each Preset: You'll need to repeat steps 2-5 for each preset you want to transfer, as each DNG file can only carry one set of edits.
On your New Phone (to import the presets):
1. Get the DNG Files:
- Download or transfer the DNG files you just exported to your new phone.
- Save them to your phone's gallery or a specific folder.
2. Import DNG into Lightroom Mobile:
- Open the Lightroom Mobile app on your new phone.
- Tap the Add Photos icon (usually a blue circle with a "+" sign).
- Navigate to where you saved the DNG files and select them for import.
- Important: When you import a DNG file, it will appear as a regular photo in your Lightroom library, but it will have the preset's edits already applied.
3. Create New Presets from DNGs:Once imported, open one of the DNG photos in Lightroom Mobile.
- Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top right corner.
- Select "Create Preset".
- Name the preset (e.g., "My Mobile Preset Name").
- Choose a Preset Group to organize it, or create a new one.
- Make sure all the relevant settings are checked (Light, Color, Effects, Detail, etc.). You might want to uncheck "Exposure" and "White Balance" if you want the preset to be adaptable to different photos.
- Tap the check mark to save the new preset.
4. Repeat for all DNGs: Go through each imported DNG file and repeat step 3 to save them as new presets.
Key Considerations:
- Adobe ID: For cloud syncing, ensure you're logged into the exact same Adobe ID on both devices.
- Internet Connection: Cloud syncing requires a stable internet connection.
- Storage: DNG files can be larger than XMP preset files, so ensure you have enough storage if you're doing a manual transfer of many presets.
- Organization: When creating new presets from DNGs, take the time to name them clearly and organize them into groups to make them easy to find later.