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August 14, 2025
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Jpeg metadata in jpeg+raw pairs

Will Lightroom Classic read the metadata that I have added to the jpegs of my jpeg+raw pairs of images?

I don't own Lightroom yet. I shoot jpeg+raw. I have added keywords and star ratings to many of my jpegs. If I decide to get Lightroom Classic it would be nice if it would read this information from the jpegs and associate it with the raws.

johnrellis
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August 14, 2025

Building on dj_pagie's reply, you'll need to check the option Preferences > General Treat JPEG Files Next To Raw Files as Separate Photos, so that the JPEGs will be visible within the LR catalog.  You optionally stack the JPEG/raw pairs after import using the Photo > Stacking > Auto Stack command.

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dj_paige
Legend
August 14, 2025

I believe you will need a plug-in to do this. Please see the Syncomatic plugin from John Beardsworth. 

https://www.photographers-toolbox.com/products/jbeardsworth/syncomatic/

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johnrellis
johnrellisCorrect answer
Legend
August 14, 2025

Building on dj_pagie's reply, you'll need to check the option Preferences > General Treat JPEG Files Next To Raw Files as Separate Photos, so that the JPEGs will be visible within the LR catalog.  You optionally stack the JPEG/raw pairs after import using the Photo > Stacking > Auto Stack command.

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arrow501Author
Participating Frequently
August 14, 2025

Thank you John, I may try that before going down the plugin route 

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