Photographers Can’t Edit Without These Lightroom Shortcuts!

Lightroom is a powerhouse for photo editing, but let’s face it—editing can be time-consuming. If you’re looking to speed up your workflow and get back to shooting faster, this guide is for you. Here are some essential Lightroom keyboard shortcuts to help you edit twice as fast!

Editing Shortcuts That Will Save You Hours

Copy and Paste Settings Across Photos

1. Mac: Command + C (Copy) / Command + V (Paste)
2. Windows: Ctrl + C (Copy) / Ctrl + V (Paste)

Copy settings from one photo and paste them onto the next. Select specific adjustments like masking, tone, or color before applying.

Sync Edits to Multiple Photos

• Select multiple photos by holding Shift and using the arrow keys.
• Use Mac: Shift + Command + S
• Windows: Shift + Ctrl + S to sync your settings to all selected images. Just press Enter to apply!

Navigate Between Modules

• D: Switch to the Develop module for editing.
• G: Return to the Library module in grid view.

Masking Tools

• Shift + M: Radial mask.
• M: Linear mask.
• K: Brush tool for selective edits.
• Q: Spot removal tool for quick fixes like removing blemishes or small objects.

Crop and Zoom

• R: Crop your image to perfection.
• Spacebar: Zoom in or out for detailed adjustments.

Culling Photos Like a Pro

Full-Screen Review

• Press F to view photos on a big screen for better judgment while culling.

Star Ratings for Quick Sorting

• 1–5: Assign star ratings to photos.
• 0: Remove star ratings if needed.

Color Labeling for Organization

• 6: Red label.
• 7: Yellow label.
• 8: Green label.
• 9: Blue label.
• Press the number again to remove the color label.

Flags for Picks and Rejects

• P: Flag a photo as a pick.
• U: Unflag a photo.
• Use the tilde key (~) to toggle flags on and off.

Bonus Tip: AI Spot Removal Made Easy

Got an unwanted object in your shot? Highlight it with the Spot Removal Tool (Q) and hit Enter to activate Lightroom’s AI-powered removal. It’s perfect for cleaning up distractions like lamps or stray wires!

Why These Lightroom Shortcuts Matter

By incorporating these shortcuts into your workflow, you’ll streamline your editing process and create more time for the things you love—like capturing those perfect moments. Whether you’re culling photos from a wedding or fine-tuning an image in the Develop module, these commands will make Lightroom feel like second nature.

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Watch the Tutorial Video

Want to see these shortcuts in action? Watch my latest YouTube video below, where I walk you through these tips step by step and show you how to edit like a pro!

Level Up Your Lightroom Game!

These Lightroom shortcuts will transform your workflow and give you more time for the things you love—like capturing unforgettable moments.

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