Restoration

Note: Some interface details and visuals in this article may differ from the latest version of Luminar for Desktop. To see the current interface, visit the Luminar for Desktop walkthrough.

The Restoration tool revives old or damaged photos with advanced AI precision — repairing scratches, restoring color, and bringing cherished memories back to life in just one click.

This AI-driven tool analyzes your photo to distinguish between what should be rebuilt and what should remain untouched. It fills in cracks, smooths textures, restores skin tones, and revives color — all while preserving the original essence of the image.

How It Works

Step 1: Open the Tool

1. Import the black and white/vintage images you want to restore to the Catalog.

2. Go to the Restoration panel.

3. Select the image you want to restore.

Step 2: Choose a Mode

Full	Removes scratches and restores color. (Default mode)
Color	Adds lifelike color to black-and-white photos.
Scratches	Removes visible damage while keeping the original tones.

Step 3: Click Restore

After choosing a mode, click Restore. The processing happens online, and once it’s complete, Luminar automatically saves your new image in the Restoration folder in your Catalog.

Internet connection is required for processing.

Additional Notes:

• Not available in plugin mode.

• Batch processing is currently not supported.