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September 14, 2017
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Why are files being renamed upon import into LR 6 ?

  • September 14, 2017
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When a folder is being imported into LR6 from the desktop, the files are being renamed automatically even though no such action is being prompted in any dialog box.

Then the new #'s are completely different from the original capture #'s.

Solution ???

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    Correct answer john beardsworth

    Lightroom will not rename files unless you tell it to.

    Precisely how are you importing? Via the Synchronize command, or File Import? If Synchronize, make sure you display the Import dialog and review the renaming settings. In the Import dialog, are you choosing Copy, Move, or Add? Again, review the renaming settings.

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    john beardsworth
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    john beardsworthCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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    September 14, 2017

    Lightroom will not rename files unless you tell it to.

    Precisely how are you importing? Via the Synchronize command, or File Import? If Synchronize, make sure you display the Import dialog and review the renaming settings. In the Import dialog, are you choosing Copy, Move, or Add? Again, review the renaming settings.