Global corrections are a complete set of corrections that
are applied to each RAW file to get a close match to the desired
result. Fine tuning for individual images come later, just before
development. Applying global corrections to a group of similar
images is the most efficient way to start. Since the program
applies automatic exposure upon opening, a rough brightness adjustment
is all you need to apply for your baseline image. With practice you will be able to recognize groups and
be able to apply global settings from one of four 'cloakrooms'.
Most of your images will fall into several groups. These may be
dark, normal, bright, or have a noticeable color cast. After
applying all subsequent corrections in this tutorial to your baseline image, you will
place that set into one of four
cloakrooms and perhaps save those settings for future use.
You can also use the 'copy development parameter' and 'paste
development parameter' commands to apply your favorite global correction
easily to a group of selected images. |