: It addressed long-standing issues with XMP metadata writing , which previously slowed down the software by constantly saving data in the background. System & Troubleshooting Tips
: This version added support for several new cameras and lenses released in mid-2022. Adobe Lightroom Classic v11.5
: A massive shift from basic brushes to AI-powered masking (Select Subject, Select Sky), allowing for professional-grade localized edits. : It addressed long-standing issues with XMP metadata
: macOS users gained new permission options to optimize performance and fix specific system-related slowdowns. Context: The Major v11 Ecosystem : macOS users gained new permission options to
: You can now add the left column to the Library Filter bar for quicker metadata-based searches.
: Moving to v11 requires a catalog upgrade . It creates a copy of your library (e.g., Lightroom-v11.lrcat ) to ensure your older catalog remains safe.