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callej95372726
Participating Frequently
May 12, 2018
Answered

Lightroom Presets Not Working

  • May 12, 2018
  • 3 replies
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Hey!

When I try to apply my Lightroom presets nothing happens. I've tried to reinstall Lightroom but it didn't solve the problem!

What do I do?

Correct answer Rob_Cullen


Yes, you definitely have a corrupt install of Lightroom. (maybe another one caught out by Adobe's links to upgrade)

LR-Classic v 7.0 to 7.3.1 are only available as subscription to Creative Cloud plans.

If you are NOT a subscriber to the Creative Cloud then you are not entitled to v7 as an upgrade (or update).

As a Perpetual purchaser, you can only use Version 6,  up to v6.14

If you DO subscribe, you will need to contact Adobe to correct the problem.

If you do NOT subscribe you will need to un-install v7.xx and revert to v6.xx

Read another similar forum thread- https://www.lightroomqueen.com/community/threads/presets-not-working.34488/

3 replies

Participant
March 25, 2021

Can someone please help me. I have the same problem. I have the Lightroom app version 6.2.1, and my presets are also mot showing. PLEASE HELP!!!

Participating Frequently
June 29, 2023

I need help with this too. Did you find an answer?

Rikk Flohr_Photography
Community Manager
June 30, 2023

You’ve posted to a very old thread. It is highly unlikely that the issue described in this thread, though not impossible, is the same issue which you are currently experiencing. Rather than resurrect an old thread that is seemingly similar, you are better posting to a new thread with fresh, complete information including system information, a complete description of the problem and step-by-step instructions for reproduction. 

 

In the unlikely event the issue is the same, we will merge you back into the appropriate location. 

 

Thank you!

 

Rikk Flohr: Adobe Photography Org
Known Participant
December 18, 2019

When I click on a preset in LR Classic CC 9.1 I can see the adjustments made to the photo however, when I click on the preset the sliders in develop module do not change. When I move the cursor over the photo away from the preset, the adjustments disappear and the photo goes back to its original state (i.e. no change).

 

I've tried creating a new preset but problem persists.

Participant
January 28, 2020

I have the same problem. Did you find a solution? 

selondon
Community Expert
Community Expert
May 13, 2018

Hi,

Could you give some more information like what version of Lightroom and what Presets, then other users may be able to assist you better?

callej95372726
Participating Frequently
May 14, 2018

Lightroom Classic CC 7.3.1, all presets that you can use (self made & downloaded presets).

cmgap
Community Expert
Community Expert
May 14, 2018

Under preferences > do you have Store with this Catalog checked or unchecked.

3rd party presets that you have purchased require that the box be unchecked in order to show up.

User Presets can be found in their previous location either by searching or by clicking on the link to Show Where Presets are Stored button. You  may need to copy and paste them to the new Lightroom folder in your Pictures/Lightroom/Lightroom Settings folder