How do you invert a gradient in Lightroom?

You can invert a gradient mask in Lightroom by checking the Invert box within the mask's editing controls.

Inverting Gradient Masks in Lightroom

Here's how to quickly invert a gradient mask using Lightroom's interface:

Select the mask: First, ensure you have the desired gradient mask selected. This can be found in the masking panel.
Locate the Invert option: Look to the right of your screen within the mask controls. You will see an "Invert" checkbox just above the slider options.
Check the box: Simply click on the Invert checkbox to reverse the mask's effect.

Immediate Results: Inverting the mask applies the changes instantaneously, allowing for real-time adjustments.
Flexibility: This feature gives you more control over which areas of your photo are impacted by adjustments.
Works with Other Masks: The invert function is not limited to gradients. You can also use the Invert function to reverse brush, radial, and range masks.

Let's say you've applied a gradient mask to darken the sky. If you want to lighten the sky instead, you would simply check the Invert box.

Feature	Description
Invert	Reverses the application of a mask.
Masking Panel	Where you create and modify masks.