Editing your photos should feel simple, intuitive, and approachable, especially when you are learning Lightroom or refining your editing workflow. At Lou & Marks, we believe great edits start with strong foundations, not overwhelming tools.
That’s why we’ve created a focused collection of Free Lightroom Presets for Mobile and Desktop. These presets are designed as essential utility tools that fix common photo issues and help you polish your images without replacing your creative style.
Each free preset is thoughtfully built, stackable, and easy to use. They are designed to work alongside any preset collection and help you fine-tune color, texture, and clarity with just one click.
If you’re new to using presets, start with our Lightroom Presets 101 Guide to learn how presets work and how to apply them to your editing workflow.
1. White Balance Fix Presets: Clean, Natural Color
Incorrect white balance is one of the most common reasons photos look “off.” Indoor lighting can appear too yellow, outdoor shade can pull blue, and mixed lighting often creates inconsistent tones.
The White Balance Fix Lightroom Presets are designed to gently correct warm, cool, green, or pink color casts without changing your overall edit.
Apply your main preset first, then use White Balance Fix as a finishing step to restore clean, natural color and accurate skin tones.
→ Download Free White Balance Fix Presets
2. Film Grain Presets: Subtle Texture & Depth
Digital photos can sometimes feel overly smooth or flat, especially when shot on phones or in bright, even lighting. The Film Grain Lightroom Presets add soft, natural-looking texture to bring depth and character back into your images.
This free collection includes simple grain levels designed to layer cleanly over any preset. The effect is subtle and adjustable, allowing you to control the intensity using Lightroom’s Grain slider.
Film Grain is ideal for lifestyle photos, portraits, travel images, and clean edits that need just a touch of texture.
→ Download Free Film Grain Presets
3. Sharpening Presets: Clean, Crisp Detail
Photos can feel slightly soft due to low light, mobile cameras, backlit conditions, or natural motion. The Sharpening Lightroom Presets are designed to restore clarity and detail while keeping texture realistic and natural.
These presets work best as the final step in your edit. Apply your color preset first, then add sharpening to refine edges and bring your image into focus without harshness.
They are perfect for portraits, lifestyle photography, mobile images, and everyday edits.
→ Download Free Sharpening Presets
How to Use Free Lightroom Presets Safely
The internet is full of “free presets,” but quality and safety vary widely. To protect your photos and your computer:
- Download from trusted sources like Lou & Marks or Adobe.
- Avoid unknown ZIP files that redirect or require permissions.
- Look for transparency in what files are included and how they work.
- Use stackable presets that refine rather than override your edit.
All Lou & Marks free presets are tested, safe, and compatible with Lightroom Mobile, Lightroom Desktop, and Photoshop. Each download includes installation instructions so you can edit with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do these free presets work on Lightroom Mobile?
Yes. All presets are compatible with Lightroom Mobile (free app) and Lightroom Desktop.
Can I stack these presets with others?
Yes. These are utility presets designed to layer on top of any preset collection.
Do they work with JPG and RAW files?
Absolutely. They work well with phone photos and professional camera files.
Can I use these for professional work?
Yes. All free Lou & Marks presets are licensed for personal and professional use. Redistribution or resale is not permitted.
The Takeaway
These free Lightroom presets are designed to give you a simple, reliable editing toolkit. With White Balance Fix, Film Grain, and Sharpening, you can correct color, add texture, and refine detail without overediting or replacing your style.
Explore the full Free Lightroom Presets Collection, or pair these tools with our Full Lightroom Preset Collection for a complete professional workflow.
