How to Use Our Pro Cinematic Presets on Desktop & Mobile

If you’ve downloaded our Pro Cinematic Presets and want to start using them in Lightroom, this guide will walk you through the setup, whether you’re on desktop or mobile. It’s easy, quick, and once it’s done, your edits will get a lot more fun.

Quick Answer

To use Cinematic Presets in Lightroom:

• On desktop, import the preset into the Develop module using the Presets panel.
• On mobile, sync via Adobe Cloud or install the .DNG files directly into the app.
  After setup, just tap or click the preset, adjust exposure if needed, and you’re done.

What You Need First

Make sure you have:

• Adobe Lightroom (free mobile app or desktop version)
• Our Pro Cinematic Presets (they come in .XMP for desktop and .DNG for mobile)
• At least one photo ready to edit

Not sure what kind of look you want? Browse the free preset options to get started. Or follow this cinematic editing walkthrough to guide your first edit.

💻 How to Install on Desktop (Mac or PC)

1. Open Lightroom Classic
2. Go to the Develop module
3. In the Presets panel, click the + icon, then choose Import Presets
4. Select the .xmp files from your download folder
5. Presets will now appear in the left-hand panel under “User Presets” or your custom group

Tip:

After applying the preset, you might only need to tweak exposure or white balance to match your shot.

📱 How to Use on Lightroom Mobile

Option 1: If You Have a Creative Cloud Subscription

1. Install the presets on your desktop (see above)
2. Lightroom will sync them to your mobile app automatically

Option 2: Manual Install (Free Mobile Users)

1. Unzip the download folder
2. Open the Lightroom app
3. Import the .DNG preset file like a regular photo
4. Open it, tap the three dots, then select “Import Preset”
5. Scroll through your new presets and apply.

To Apply the Preset Later:

• Open a photo, swipe to “Presets” at the bottom
• Select your saved group and tap the preset
• Done

Preset Color Structure

Each color family includes four variants, representing increasing tonal richness or contrast.

Editing Tips After Applying

Once you apply the preset, try these quick tweaks:

• Exposure: If it looks too dark or too bright, adjust it first
• White Balance: A slight shift can completely change the mood
• Grain or Texture: Dial it up or down depending on the photo
• Masks: Add a radial filter to draw focus on the subject

Presets are meant to get you 90% there. You can take it from there if you want.

Want to preview more looks before buying? Check out our before and after comparisons.

🖼️ Best Types of Photos to Use with These Presets

Try them on:

• Golden hour portraits
• Overcast city streets
• Interior shots with window light
• Outdoor scenes with strong shadows
• Moody nature shots like forests or mountains

Final Thoughts

Once you’ve installed the Pro Cinematic Presets, editing becomes a lot easier. You don’t have to start from scratch every time. Just tap, adjust, and go. Whether you’re on your laptop or editing on the couch, your photos will have that rich, film-like style in seconds.

Ready to upgrade your edits? Get the Pro Cinematic Color Presets here and transform your photos with one click.

Looking for more styles? Explore our complete collection of professional Color Grading Presets for Lightroom.