SUMMARY
The April 2026 Lightroom update brings significant changes to both Lightroom Classic and Lightroom. A key improvement for Classic users is the ability to run AI Denoise on batches of photos without locking the application. Both versions now support PSB file syncing and have updated assisted culling features, though their usefulness is debated. New desktop-only features include AI-powered semantic search for more natural queries and the ability to set Photoshop export parameters directly within Lightroom, streamlining workflows.
TAKEAWAYS
AI Denoise batch processing now allows Lightroom Classic to remain usable.
Semantic search in Lightroom desktop understands natural language queries.
Photoshop export settings can be configured directly within Lightroom desktop.
Updates include new film-inspired presets and PSB cloud sync support.