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john beardsworth
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john beardsworthCommunity Expert
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May 11, 2011
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P: Transparent overlay

  • May 11, 2011
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In two screen mode, limit all tethering operations to the second screen while leaving the main screen so normal Library operation can continue.

The intention is that the photographer should be able to use the second screen to trigger the shutter, set presets, and review the image, while on the main screen an "Art Director" can review and select images almost as if tethering is not happening (new images would be available but the main screen wouldn't jump to the just-shot frame).

Secondly, allow a transparent overlay image to permit shooting into a magazine layout.

John

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    Benjamin Warde
    Participating Frequently
    May 12, 2011
    Regarding the first request, you can go to File>Tethered Capture and turn off "Auto Advance Selection." It's not exactly what you're asking for, but it's something you can do right now that will get you part of the way there.

    Regarding the Live View option, displaying the live view within Lightroom is a good feature request. But we are not deliberately turning off the Live View on the camera. Unfortunately, this is a limitation of Nikon cameras. Live View on Canon cameras does work while tethering with Lightroom.
    Victoria Bampton LR Queen
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    Victoria Bampton LR QueenCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    May 11, 2011
    I'd agree, that's a good request. I've heard of all sorts of workarounds for the lack of a transparent overlay, including taping acetate over the screen, but a built in tool would be much more professional. It would also be useful for those who will end up cropping to a different ratio, rather than having to guess.
    Victoria - The Lightroom Queen
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    s_mahn
    Inspiring
    May 11, 2011
    Also, enable the camera's Live View function.

    Even if you can't render it on screen, at least don't disable it on the camera's LCD.

    I do macro work that requires the critical focus I get via Live View.
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