Ten Things Beginners Should Know About Lightroom

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[sImnRts]

I have an unrelated Lightroom question: do you know why my folder hierarchies always reopen (certain folders) when I import new files, even though I've closed them before the import? also, is there still a limit on how many files can be organized via LR? I have something like 160,000 and it sometimes seems balky.

Thanks!

[A.J. Wood]

- I have not heard of that specific issue. My initial thought is that your imported photos appear under those collapsed folders. I will be posting a video on optimizing Lightroom that should help you with some of your slowness issues. Watch for it VERY soon.

[jazeyboy]

Hey, AJ, just found you - this is great!

I'm a complete beginner, and think I have Lightroom (2) to import files as DNG's. Is there any advantage to converting them *after* import?

[A.J. Wood]

- the only difference will be at which point do you want to wait? Importing is longer if you convert to DNG then. If you choose to do it after, you'll wait a bit depending on how many images you choose. In terms of function, there's no benefit in when you convert.

[pitopo2002]

Hi A.J. in this video you show a tip to convert raw to dng (digital negative) Could you please let me know why I should do that.

thanks

[A.J. Wood]

- I have two primary reasons for converting. 1. I don't have to track XMP files with my RAW images. 2. In most cases I have found DNG to be a smaller file format. The idea behind DNG is that Adobe will support the format long after camera manufacturers drop certain camera body support. I've been using the format for a while, and more importantly it hasn't cost me money so I continue to use it.

[alab ski]

lightroom tips starts at 1:50.



[Daniel Zhou]

your smile looks nice

[shofreedom]

YOU ARE THE TRUTH and I love it! My fav tips : # 1 & 6:)

[A.J. Wood]

- I use Screenflow by Telestream for capturing, and edit using Adobe Premier, iMovie & After Effects depending on my needs.

[pixleyyy]

Just got Lightroom and am following your tutorials to help me get a handle on the new software. Thanks so much for your help!

[SuperMangn]

What is the best format to save the edited RAW files before you take the files to your local photo developing shop ?

[jazeyboy]

Thanks, AJ. For me, it's like paying utilities bills - automating things means I won't forget and screw up.