LRC and LR usually refer to different versions of Adobe Lightroom: Lightroom Classic (LRC) and the cloud-based Lightroom (LR).
Here's a breakdown of each:
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Lightroom Classic (LRC):
- Lightroom Classic is the desktop-focused version of Lightroom.
- It's designed for photographers who prefer a traditional, file-based workflow. Photos are stored on your local hard drive or external drives.
- It offers a comprehensive set of editing tools and organizational features, including keywords, collections, and metadata.
- Lightroom Classic is the successor to older versions of Lightroom.
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Lightroom (LR):
- Lightroom (often called just "Lightroom" now, without a suffix) is Adobe's cloud-based photo service.
- It works across desktop, mobile, and web, allowing you to edit and organize your photos from anywhere.
- Photos are stored in the cloud, making them accessible on all your devices.
- Lightroom offers a simplified interface compared to Lightroom Classic, focusing on essential editing tools and seamless syncing.
In summary, Lightroom Classic is for photographers prioritizing local storage and advanced features, while Lightroom is for those who value accessibility and cloud-based syncing.
