Free Lightroom Presets for Android (Download + Install Guide)
You Don’t Need Expensive Gear to Create a Film Look
Modern Android phones are capable of producing incredible images.
But straight out of the camera, they often look:
• Too sharp
• Too saturated
• Too contrast-heavy
• Too artificial
Film presets fix that.
They rebalance tones, soften highlights, and create a natural analog aesthetic in seconds.
📸 Photo 1 – Android before/after preset
Alt text: android photo before and after lightroom preset film look
If you're new to mobile editing, read first:
Lightroom Mobile Film Editing (Complete 2026 Guide)
This explains the full mobile workflow.
What Is a Lightroom Preset (Android Version)
A preset is a saved set of editing adjustments.
It automatically changes:
• exposure balance
• contrast structure
• color tones
• highlight roll-off
• grain and texture
Instead of manually adjusting 15 sliders, you apply one preset.
Then fine-tune exposure only.
This makes editing faster and more consistent.
Download the Free Film Preset
This preset was designed specifically for mobile cameras, including Android.
It works well with:
• Samsung Galaxy
• Google Pixel
• Sony Xperia
• OnePlus
• Xiaomi
• RAW and JPEG files
Download the free film preset here:
Use it on:
• daylight images
• cloudy images
• indoor images
You’ll immediately see how tonal balance improves.
How to Install Lightroom Presets on Android
Android uses DNG preset files.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Install Lightroom Mobile
Download Adobe Lightroom Mobile from the Play Store.
Sign in with a free Adobe account.
Step 2: Download the DNG preset file
Download the preset to your phone.
It will appear in your downloads folder.
Step 3: Import preset file
Open Lightroom Mobile.
Tap:
Add Photos → Files → Select preset DNG file
The preset image appears in your library.
Step 4: Save preset
Open the preset image.
Tap the three dots (top right).
Tap:
Create Preset
Name it.
Save.
It is now available permanently.
📸 Photo 2 – preset installation screenshot
Alt text: installing lightroom preset android dng file
Full Android install tutorial:
How to Install Lightroom Presets on Android
How to Apply Presets Properly
Correct order:
Import photo
Fix exposure
Apply preset
Adjust white balance if needed
Export
Never apply presets blindly without exposure correction.
If presets look different per photo, read:
Presets Look Different on Mobile: Why?
Why Android Photos Often Look Too Digital
Android cameras use heavy computational processing.
This includes:
• HDR stacking
• sharpening
• saturation boosting
• contrast enhancement
Film presets restore natural tonal response.
They reduce digital harshness.
RAW vs JPEG on Android
Many Android phones support RAW.
RAW provides:
• better highlight recovery
• smoother tones
• more editing flexibility
JPEG still works fine.
But presets behave more predictably on RAW.
Full explanation:
RAW vs JPEG for Film Presets
Best Preset Styles for Android Photography
These styles work best:
Natural Film
Balanced tones.
Best for everyday photography.
Recommended: Analog Series
Light & Airy
Soft highlights.
Best for lifestyle and interiors.
Recommended: Light & Airy Archive
Moody Film
Deeper tonal structure.
Best for street and indoor.
Recommended: Moody Archive
Warm Summer Film
Enhances golden tones.
Best for outdoor photography.
Recommended: California Archive
📸 Photo 3 – different preset styles example
Alt text: android film preset style comparison
Starter Pack (Best Upgrade After Free Preset)
If you want a complete mobile preset system:
The Starter Pack includes:
• Android-ready DNG presets
• desktop XMP presets
• lighting-balanced variations
• natural skin tone calibration
Designed for consistent mobile editing.
Common Android Preset Problems (and Fixes)
Preset looks too strong
Lower exposure slightly.
Guide: Why Presets Look Too Strong on iPhone and Android.
Colors look different
Adjust white balance first.
Preset not visible
Ensure you saved preset properly.
Guide:
Why Aren’t My Presets Showing in Lightroom Mobile?
FAQ
Are Lightroom presets free on Android?
Yes. Many presets, including our free film preset, are available for download.
Do presets work on all Android phones?
Yes. Lightroom Mobile uses the same editing engine across devices.
Do I need RAW photos?
No. Presets work on JPEG and RAW.
RAW provides more flexibility.
Is Lightroom Mobile free?
Yes. Presets work in the free version.
If you want a complete film editing system built for Android and mobile photography:
