How do I change filters in Lightroom?

You can change filters in Lightroom using several methods, including toggling them on and off, and by using the attribute filter.

Toggling Filters On and Off

• You can quickly toggle the last used filter on or off using a keyboard shortcut:

  • Command + L (Mac)
  • Control + L (Windows)

  This shortcut provides an efficient way to view your photos with and without a specific filter applied.

Using the Attribute Filter

• The Attribute filter offers a range of options beyond just flags, ratings, and colors. It is more than just rating or color based filtering. This filter allows you to narrow down your selection of photos based on different criteria. For example you can use it to:
  • Filter based on keywords
  • Filter by file type
  • Filter by editing status
  • Filter by camera metadata

Step-by-Step Example for Attribute Filter

1. Locate the Filter Bar: At the top of the Grid view, you'll find the filter bar above the thumbnails.
2. Click 'Attribute': Within the Filter bar, find the dropdown menu titled "Attribute".
3. Select Your Criteria: Click the arrow to the right of the "Attribute" label to open the options. You can then refine your photos by flags, ratings, and colors, as well as other options that are specific to Lightroom.
4. Refine your results: You can use multiple filters at the same time to further refine the selection of photos that you would like to display.

By utilizing these methods, you can effectively change and manage the filters applied to your photos in Lightroom.