P: Virtual Copy Functionality in Quick Collection places copy in an unexpected location

You seem to have posted the same or near same thing mutiple times. Nevertheless, I've upvoted your original post for you.

I’ve noticed that I’m unable to upvote my own comments, though I can upvote others' replies. Would you be able to upvote my suggestion on my behalf?

Suggestion for Improved Virtual Copy Functionality in Quick Collection

I’ve noticed that when creating virtual copies within Quick Collection, the virtual copy automatically jumps to the beginning of the collection. This disrupts the workflow, especially when working with a large series of images. It would be much more efficient if virtual copies remained next to the original file, consistent with the behavior in Collections, Smart Collections, and regular folders.

While I am aware of the View -> Sort menu options, sorting by capture time or file name does not meet my needs. Maintaining a custom order of images is crucial for my workflow. While I’m not expecting Lightroom Classic to anticipate my needs, I am requesting a way for virtual copies to remain next to the original file when created.

To accommodate different preferences, an option could be introduced allowing users to choose whether virtual copies remain next to the original file. For those of us who prefer this functionality, it would greatly enhance workflow efficiency.

Currently, Lightroom Classic not only places virtual copies at the beginning of the collection but also redirects the user’s attention to the virtual copy. This is highly disruptive, especially when working with a large series of images, as it forces manual repositioning and interrupts the workflow. Ideally, virtual copies should be sequenced directly after the copied version, regardless of whether the original is a master file or a virtual copy.

Thank you for considering this improvement.

To accommodate different preferences, an option could be introduced allowing users to choose whether virtual copies remain next to the original file. For those of us who prefer this functionality, it would greatly enhance workflow efficiency.

Currently, Lightroom Classic not only places virtual copies at the beginning of the collection but also redirects the user’s attention to the virtual copy. This is highly disruptive, especially when working with a large series of images, as it forces manual repositioning and interrupts the workflow. Ideally, virtual copies should be sequenced directly after the copied version, regardless of whether the original is a master file or a virtual copy.

Thank you for considering this suggestion.

@gofishgobust 

I've moved the thread to the 'Ideas' forum. I also suggest that you Upvote your idea.

While I am aware of the ‘View -> Sort’ menu options, sorting by capture time or file name does not meet my needs. Maintaining a custom order of images is crucial for my workflow.

You need to sort the photos in the Quick Collection. Use the menu command View->Sort. Probably you want to sort by capture time, or by file name.