Lightroom Plug-In Support

LabPrints is pleased to offer a FREE Lightroom Plug-in which allows you to export directly from Lightroom into LP Digital Studio. For frequently asked questions please scroll down.

How to Install and Use the Adobe Lightroom Plug-in

To start, open LP Digital Studio, and open any project. Go to Setup>Preferences

1) Select Lightroom.

2) Then click "Install Lightroom Plug-in". 3) If your computers are networked, select your preference for where the project will be created. Press the "Save and Close" button. You have now installed the Lightroom Plug-in for LabPrints.

To use the Plug-in in Lightroom:

When you've finished making any adjustments in Lightroom and are ready to save your files as JPEGs or TIFFs:

• Choose to Export in Lightroom.
• In the "Export" window, click anywhere in the top field, where it says "Files on Disk" (see screen shot), and select LP Digital Studio.

• The plug-in is now open.

• Under "LP Digital Studio Project Settings"(see screen shot below), enter a name for your LabPrints project, select the folder where the high-res files reside, and indicate if you want the new files to be placed into a sub-folder.

• Proceed through your normal Export procedure in the next five sections.
• Then, in the last section, "LP Digital Studio Integration", select the path to your intended version of LP Digital Studio (your lab); in most cases, this will be a one-time operation.

• Next, choose your desired option for launching LP Digital Studio, and check the box if you want your low-res images to be sharpened.
• Click "Export".
• When LP Digital Studio opens (automatically or manually), you'll see the Import Manager window in the upper right portion of your screen; this will indicate when your image import is complete.

If you have any other questions about the Lightroom Plug-in for LabPrints please submit a support ticket.

CREATE A SUPPORT TICKET HERE

FAQ

Q: What will the new plug-in do?
A: The plug-in will allow photographers to transition from Lightroom to LP Digital Studio fast and easily. Exporting your photos from Lightroom will now be seamless and automated, with a new LabPrints project being instantly created during the process.

Q: How will this new plug-in help me?
A: SAVE TIME!!! When your photos are done exporting from Lightroom, there will be a LabPrints project waiting for you in LP Digital Studio. Now you are just a few clicks away from; posting your images online, designing composites and albums, placing orders, and more!

Q: Is this plug-in easy to use?
A: YES! At LabPrints, we are always trying to make it easy for you to save time and sell more. Our Lightroom Plug-in has been built with ease of use in mind. Once you use it, we guarantee that you'll think this plug-in is super easy too! Your export from Lightroom will look the same but you will have just a few additional options to choose from.

Q: Why can't I just use Lightroom's web module?
A: There is no way to sell your photos online with Lightroom. Also, your images are unprotected when using Lightroom's web module. Protect your sales with a LabPrints storefront.

Q: Why can't I just use Lightroom's print module?
A: Lightroom has NO direct connection to professional print labs. LabPrints provides direct links to over 100 professional labs.

Q: I've never used Lightroom. Why would I need it?
A: Lightroom does many things, but what it does best is enhance your photos. Adjust and enhance color, exposure, tonal curves, etc... with Lightroom. It also easily converts your raw file formats to JPEG or TIFF files (the accepted formats in LabPrints).

Q: Can I use this plug-in with Lightroom v1?
A: Lightroom v1 does not support plug-ins. You need to be on Lightroom v2 or higher.

Q: How can I get the plug-in?
A: It was part of the 5.9.3 release. If you ran the update or on a later version it can be found under, 'Set up' > 'Preferences.' Please see the above instructions on how to install.

Q: How much will the Lightroom Plug-in cost?
A: This plug-in will be FREE to all of our users.

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