How to convert .lrtemplate presets to xmp when Lightroom (11.1) wont

[-Lee]

I am unsuccessfully trying to install (.lrtemplate) presets (using Develop/Presets/Import presets) on my Microsoft Lightroom Classic 11.1 system. The error message is "There are no items to be imported in the Zip file"

I am (1) aware that I can drop these files into a folder and Lightroom will automatically convert, but which folder is this for microsoft?

(2) do I drop in as a zipped folder or extracted?

(3) if a whole lot of presets are dropped in and extracted will they return to order in the preset menu when complete?

thanks so much 🙂

[Rob_Cullen · Accepted solution]

To Install .lrtemplate Presets-

1) Using WIndows File Explorer- Extract the Presets from any ZIP file (suggest you save in a 'Documents' folder)

2) Open LrC, select a photo, start the Develop Module

3) Click on the [ + ] icon on the Presets panel header- [Import Presets]

4) Navigate to the extacted .lrtemplate files [Import]

Do not expect Presets to appear in Groups that mirror your disk folder hierarchy. They may install in your User Group.

[-Lee]

Thank you very much Rob for a quick reply! Constant upgrades to these programs mean its a minefield trying to uncover the right information. I'm happy now! 🙂

[Rob_Cullen]

FYI-

Managing Develop Presets After the 7.3 Update to Classic

PRESET AND DEVELOP BASICS

Fix Presets Lightroom Plugin