Managing a large number of images in Adobe Lightroom can be challenging, especially when you’re working with multiple projects or galleries.
Luckily, using a CSV file can simplify the process by helping you quickly locate and organize specific files. This article will guide you through how to use a CSV file from Picsello to find and manage your images in Lightroom efficiently.
Why Use a CSV File in Lightroom?
A CSV (Comma-Separated Values) file allows you to store and view data such as file names, captions, keywords, and more in a table format. When used in Lightroom, it can help you search for specific images, organize your workflow, and even batch process metadata updates. When you have a Proofing Gallery matching those file numbers with the original session can be very time consuming.
Here’s how you can easily export a CSV file from Picsello and use it to find your images in Lightroom.
When you get a proofing gallery order, you will get an email alert as well as a notice on your dashboard.
Step 1: Export Your CSV File from Picsello
Log in to Picsello and navigate to the dashboard and simply click download .CSV from your notification. Alternatively you can navigate to the actual gallery and select download file names as your export format.
The CSV file will automatically download to your device.
Open the CSV file and simply copy the contents.
Step 2: Use the CSV File to Find Files in Adobe Lightroom
Now that you have the CSV file, it’s time to use it in Adobe Lightroom to quickly locate your images.
In Lightroom, navigate to the Library module and select the gallery where you’d like to search for your files.
In the search bar at the top-right:
In the first drop-down menu, select File Name.
In the second drop-down menu, select Contains.
Paste the entire CSV list of file names into the search bar. Make sure each file name is separated by a comma.
Lightroom will now display all images that match the file names in the CSV file simultaneously, helping you save time.
This method is particularly useful when you have dozens or hundreds of files to locate in a single session.
Step 3: Organize and Edit the Located Files
Once you’ve located your images, you can further organize them within Lightroom.
1. Select the images found through your search.
2. You can apply star ratings, color labels, or even add keywords to these images for future reference.
3. Proceed with any batch edits or adjustments in your workflow.
Here is a video tutorial if you prefer to learn via video!
Conclusion
Using a CSV file to search for and manage images in Lightroom can dramatically improve your workflow, especially when working with large collections of files. Whether you search for individual files or batch search with the entire CSV list, this method can save you time and frustration.
Happy editing!