Importing Keywords

Importing keywords is a simple process. Keywords are stored in text files that can be exported to/from Lightroom with minimal effort. Keyword lists can be found online and can usually be downloaded for a minimal fee*. 

Below is a step by step on how to import any set of keywords to your Lightroom Catalog:

• In the Develop module, under the Metadata drop-down menu, select Import Keywords ... 

• Search for the specific keywords text file, and click Choose to import the keywords.

• As the keywords load, you may get a message that states some of the characters used are not allowed. Click OK and Lightroom will convert them to acceptable characters. 

• Notice that the keywords now appear under the Keyword List menu on the right panel. 

*Rusticulous offers more than 10 lists for free - including one for birds of North America. I recommend downloading the North America Birds (flat list of species). 

Before & After: Female Red-winged Blackbird

1/640 | f/6.3 | ISO 1600 | 700 mm

Read on to see the before and the processing to get to the after ...

Before & After: Least Bittern

1/1000 | f/5.6 | ISO 640 | 700 mm

Read on to see the before and the processing to get to the after ...

My secret tip: Get LOW!

1/640 | f/5.6 | ISO 320 | 700 mm

Ok, getting low isn't really a secret, but it sure is a tip that can help you get better shorebird images. Read on to get all the details ...

Before & After: Reddish Egret Dance

1/1000 | f/6.3 | ISO 200 | 700 mm

Another image from Merritt Island NWR. From the same sequence as this one and this one Read on to see the before and the processing to get to the after ...