Explained: Luminar AI Templates

Apply stunning AI-powered looks with ease

Templates allow you to add one-click creative effects with fine controls built around impressive AI-powered tools, which are applied according to the content of individual images.

1 Templates tab

Click on the Templates tab to access the Template section and review the suggested options, which provide a quick and easy way to get started.

2 View options

Access the view options for the main image window, including before/after and image zoom. You can also select Education Materials in this area.

3 Template options

At the top of the Templates panel, you’re presented with the suggested Templates for your image at the top; all other Templates are available below.

4 My Collection

Toggle between My Collection and Templates. My Collection is where you can access Favorites, purchased Templates and saved adjusted Templates.

5 Template strength

You can control the opacity of the Template you’ve chosen to take control over how strong the overall effect is. This is alongside additional controls in the Edit panel.

6 Image thumbnails

Access images in a folder without going back to the Catalog. Drag to move along the row of thumbnail images.

Burned Film

You can add realistic light leak effects to any image using the Burned Film Template. Applying this type of effect manually is time-consuming and complicated. But with Luminar AI, you’re just a few clicks away from achieving a popular retro photo effect. In this example, the Accent was increased to 100% to make the effect as strong as possible.

Quirky Moe

Simple images can produce the most striking results. Combined with the Quirky Moe Template, this shot taken in Japan is a great example. Quirky Moe is part of the Filmic Collection, and took the dull raw image to perfection by increasing the Template Accent to 100%. The colour toning and added contrast are perfect for simple images like this.

Vignette

The Vignette Template applies a stylish vignette to images, alongside an increase of Smart Contrast. This Template works with both subjects that are in the centre of the frame or positioned at one side, adjusting itself to suit the composition. Thanks to the intelligent application of the template, even off-centre subjects look fantastic.