To copy all adjustments from one image to another in Capture One, you need to use the specific Copy and Paste Adjustments features built into the software, as standard operating system paste commands like Command + V (or Ctrl + V on Windows) will not work for this purpose.
Here's how to copy all adjustments:
Steps to Copy Adjustments
- Select the Source Image: In Capture One, select the image thumbnail in the Browser that contains the adjustments you want to copy. This image will serve as your source.
- Copy the Adjustments: Go to the menu bar and navigate to Adjustments > Copy Adjustments. Alternatively, you can often use a keyboard shortcut (by default, typically Shift + Command + C on macOS or Shift + Ctrl + C on Windows). This action copies the current state of all applicable adjustments from the selected image into Capture One's Adjustments Clipboard.
Steps to Paste Adjustments
- Select the Target Image(s): Select the image or multiple images in the Browser where you want to apply the copied adjustments.
- Paste the Adjustments: Go to the menu bar and navigate to Adjustments > Paste Adjustments. Alternatively, you can use a keyboard shortcut (by default, typically Shift + Command + V on macOS or Shift + Ctrl + V on Windows).
Important Note: As mentioned in the reference, you cannot use the standard operating system paste command (like Command V) to paste these adjustments in Capture One. You must use Capture One's specific "Paste Adjustments" command or its associated shortcut. When you use the correct Paste Adjustments command, all the adjustments that were copied, such as exposure, color settings, black and white conversion, and more, will be applied to the selected image(s).
Understanding the Adjustments Clipboard
Capture One uses an internal clipboard specifically for adjustments. When you "Copy Adjustments," you are populating this clipboard. When you "Paste Adjustments," you are applying the contents of this clipboard to the selected image(s). This system allows you to quickly transfer the look and feel of one image to many others, streamlining your workflow significantly.
