Luminar iPad Workspace

Top Toolbar: Your Editing Command Center

The top toolbar in Luminar Mobile on iPad is designed to streamline your editing process, making it straightforward and efficient. Here's how it supports your creativity:

• Camera Settings (available in Landscape mode only): Instantly view important details like ISO, focal length, and shutter speed to understand the conditions of your shot better and inform your editing approach.

• Undo and Redo: Easily navigate through your edits with simple taps to undo or redo changes, allowing for fearless experimentation.

• Cropping: Direct access to cropping lets you adjust composition or remove distractions with ease, ensuring your photo matches your vision.

• Erase: Clean up imperfections or distractions with the erase tool, making your subject stand out.

• Dropdown Menu: The hamburger icon opens up more options, including account settings, sound preferences, support, and more.

• Share: Once your photo is ready, share your work with the world or friends with just a tap.

The top toolbar is your partner in creativity, packed with features to refine your photos with confidence.

Mode Dial: Navigate Your Creative Options

The Mode Dial is central to your photo editing on Luminar Mobile on iPad, offering three main modes to enhance your images:

• Edit Mode: Unleash your creativity with a comprehensive set of tools for detailed adjustments.

• Filters: Quickly apply changes to enhance mood or atmosphere with minimal effort.

• Sky Replacement: Change skies with ease, adding drama or clear weather to your landscapes.

• Presets: apply instant edits to your photo with pre-set adjustments.

Switching between modes is as simple as a swipe, with each mode presenting relevant tools and features.

The Mode Dial and top toolbar together create a seamless and powerful editing experience, enabling you to bring your creative vision to life with simplicity and joy.

The design philosophy behind Luminar's tools emphasizes ease of use. Users can adjust settings by sliding or rotating controls, providing immediate visual feedback. This approach demystifies the editing process, making it approachable for beginners while offering the precision that experienced editors appreciate.

Preview Original

The ability to check the original file instantly by pressing and holding on the image is a thoughtful feature. It allows users to quickly gauge the impact of their edits, fostering a deeper understanding of how each adjustment affects the overall look of their photo. This immediate feedback loop is invaluable for fine-tuning edits.

The Power Icon

Each tool's power icon button is a small but significant feature that adds flexibility to the editing workflow. It enables users to quickly preview the effect of each tool on their image, aiding in decision-making and allowing for rapid iterations of creative ideas.

Double-Tap to Reset

The double-tap reset functionality simplifies the process of reverting changes, encouraging experimentation. Users can freely explore different settings, knowing they can quickly return to the starting point without navigating through complex menus.

Importing Images

The streamlined process for importing images into Luminar sets the stage for editing by organizing photos efficiently. This ease of importing supports a seamless transition from capturing to editing, ensuring that users can focus on creativity rather than file management.

How to import images into your library

Bringing your images into Luminar iPad is straightforward. Begin by tapping the folder icon to open the import window. From here, you can easily upload photos directly from your iPad or online sources. This ensures a smooth workflow and allows your creativity to flourish. With this simple step, you're prepared to explore the world of photo editing with all your images readily available.