How to Sync Lightroom Across Devices with Creative Cloud

One of Lightroom’s biggest strengths is its ability to sync seamlessly across devices. Whether you’re editing on your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone, Creative Cloud ensures that your photos, edits, and presets stay perfectly in sync.

Why Sync with Creative Cloud?

  • Edit Anywhere → Start a project on your computer, continue on your phone.
  • Automatic Backup → Your photos and edits are stored safely in the cloud.
  • Consistent Experience → All devices have access to the same tools and edits.
  • Preset Syncing → Install a preset once and use it everywhere.

How to Enable Lightroom Sync

  1. Sign in with Adobe ID → Make sure you’re logged into Lightroom with the same account across devices.
  2. Enable Sync → In Lightroom desktop, click the cloud icon and toggle sync on.
  3. Import Photos → Add photos to Lightroom. They upload to Creative Cloud automatically.
  4. Edit Anywhere → Open Lightroom on mobile or tablet—your synced photos and edits will be there.

What Syncs Across Devices?

  • Photos (RAW, JPEG, DNG).
  • Edits (non-destructive adjustments).
  • Presets and profiles.
  • Albums and collections.
  • Keywords and metadata.

Pro Tips for Smooth Syncing

  • Use Smart Previews to save space on your devices.
  • Organize photos into albums—they sync faster and stay neat.
  • Keep an eye on your cloud storage limit (20GB, 1TB, or more depending on your plan).
  • Sync only selected albums if you don’t want your entire catalog online.

Final Thoughts

With Creative Cloud syncing, Lightroom becomes a truly mobile photo studio. Whether you’re traveling or at home, your photos and edits are always with you.

Want to try syncing for yourself?
Start your free trial of Adobe Lightroom today and see how easy it is to edit seamlessly across all your devices.

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