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HoneyBlossomUK
HoneyBlossomUK
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July 7, 2018
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Re-import photos on lightroom cc

  • July 7, 2018
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Is it possible to re-import photos previously imported in lightroom cc? I have gone in to edit my product photos this morning and the photos I need aren't there so I must have accidently deleted them... I have attached my camera to import again and the photos are blacked out with 'previously added' on them when I hover over with my mouse. I have right clicked and the option to 'import this' is there but it doesn't do anything when I click on it. any help would be much appreciated, I don't have time to re-take photos!

    Correct answer JohanElzenga

    If Lightroom says 'previously added', then that should mean the photos are still in Lightroom. You haven't deleted them, just hidden them from view somehow. Check if you don't have any active filters.

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    julesn34401259
    julesn34401259
    Participant
    October 26, 2019

    I'm having the same problem but its happening (far too often) with brand new images. Lightroom seems to refuse to import them. This is deal breaker level stupid.

      OussK
      Community Expert
      OussKCommunity Expert
      Community Expert
      February 21, 2020

      try to upload it using the web version, it work for me

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        defaultyqwtim7h703g
        Participant
        November 25, 2020

        I use Lightroom for work and home, and don't have easy access to the web version. With all due respect, it doesn't matter that it works for you. It needs to work for paying subscribers as we use this service. 

        I use the app. I want the photos to be instantly available, whether I've imported them or not, in the app. 

        It's ridiculous that there's no option that says 'Import again and rename' or something similar in this app. 

        Let me be clear: We constantly upload THOUSANDS of images each week at the media organization where I work. 

        We upload to Lightroom, do quick edits and then forget about them. 

        I'm sure this is a common practice for many fast-paced businesses. 

        It is inexcusable to not allow the option to re-import a photo that's previously used. 

        Please escalate my comment to management, immediately. 

          JohanElzenga
          Community Expert
          JohanElzengaCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
          Community Expert
          July 7, 2018

          If Lightroom says 'previously added', then that should mean the photos are still in Lightroom. You haven't deleted them, just hidden them from view somehow. Check if you don't have any active filters.

          -- Johan W. Elzenga
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          farahstop
          Participating Frequently
          July 30, 2021

          I  have the same issue but the images that LR grays out and says "previously added" have Never been imported.  They are not hidden in any folder, LR cc, does not even allow to mark for import.  This answer is incorrect for this scenario. 

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            Hersi5EB7
            Participant
            October 31, 2021

            Go to "recently added" the photos should be there. It should be near the top left corner if you're using lightroom on your laptop. Right click on the photo you want, click "Add 1 photo to album" and select the album to want to add it to. Hope that helps. 

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