How Do I Rotate a Picture in Lightroom?

Rotating a picture in Lightroom is quick and easy. Here's how:

Using the Rotate Tool

1. Select the image: Click on the image you want to rotate in the Lightroom Library or Develop module.
2. Access the Rotate Tool: You can find the Rotate Tool in the Toolbar on the right side of the screen. It looks like a curved arrow.
3. Rotate the image: Click on the Rotate Tool and then click on the image to rotate it 90 degrees clockwise. You can also use the keyboard shortcuts Command + [ (Mac) or Ctrl + [ (Windows) to rotate counterclockwise and Command + ] (Mac) or Ctrl + ] (Windows) to rotate clockwise.
4. Fine-tune the rotation: If you need more precise control, you can use the slider in the Rotate Tool panel to adjust the rotation angle.

Using the Straighten Tool

1. Select the image: Click on the image you want to straighten in the Lightroom Library or Develop module.
2. Access the Straighten Tool: You can find the Straighten Tool in the Toolbar on the right side of the screen. It looks like a horizontal line with an arrow on each end.
3. Straighten the image: Click and drag the Straighten Tool along a horizontal line in the image to straighten it. You can also use the slider in the Straighten Tool panel to adjust the straightening angle.

Rotating using the Transform Panel

1. Select the image: Click on the image you want to rotate in the Lightroom Library or Develop module.
2. Open the Transform Panel: You can find the Transform Panel in the Develop module, located in the right-hand panel.
3. Rotate the image: Use the "Rotate" slider in the Transform Panel to adjust the rotation angle. You can also use the "Flip Horizontal" and "Flip Vertical" options to mirror the image.

By using any of these methods, you can easily rotate your images in Lightroom to achieve the desired orientation.