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Subject: [Release] Adobe Lightroom Classic 2024 v13.3 - Performance Fixed!
Hey everyone,
Just a heads-up for those holding off on updating. The new Lightroom Classic 2024 v13.3 build appears to have fixed the major stability issues from the initial 13.0/13.1 releases.
If you were dealing with the dreaded "Application Not Responding" freeze or the slow brush lag in the Develop module, this patch seems to have sorted it out.
What’s working better now:
Highly recommend updating if you want a smoother editing experience. Let me know if it fixes your specific bugs in the comments! adobe lightroom classic 2024 133 fixed
The Adobe Lightroom Classic 2024 (v13.3) update, released in May 2024, focused heavily on integrating generative AI and overhauling the backend sync engine. While it introduced major tools like Generative Remove, it also required a series of rapid "dot" updates (v13.3.1) to fix critical bugs introduced during the initial rollout. Major Features & Enhancements
Generative Remove (Early Access): Powered by Adobe Firefly, this tool allows you to remove complex objects and distractions from photos with one click, even on difficult backgrounds.
Lens Blur (General Availability): This feature is no longer in early access and now includes improved bokeh algorithms, support for batch operations, and a new "Adaptive: Blur Background" preset group.
Sony Tethered Capture: Added native support for tethering Sony cameras, allowing you to control camera settings like shutter speed, ISO, and aperture directly from Lightroom.
Improved Cloud Sync Engine: A significant infrastructure update intended to make cloud syncing more reliable and performant.
New Filtering Criteria: You can now filter photos by their "Exported" or "Not Exported" status within the Library module. Issues Fixed in v13.3 and v13.3.1 Best for a Reddit thread, Discord announcement, or
While v13.3 fixed several older issues, it caused new instabilities that were addressed in the follow-up v13.3.1 patch:
Location/GPS Data: A bug in 13.3 caused some users to lose location data; this was fixed in 13.3.1.
Remove Tool Source Handles: Fixed an issue where clone and heal source handles went missing.
Map Search: Resolved a problem where map search was not returning results.
Performance Improvements: The update optimized preview management and generation, significantly speeding up performance for macOS users on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3).
Badge Visibility: Fixed a bug where "Likes" badges were not appearing on synced collections. Known Challenges with This Release Highly recommend updating if you want a smoother
Despite the fixes, some users reported significant friction with the new sync engine, including: Lightroom Classic 13.3 (May 24) - Adobe Community
If Creative Cloud Desktop isn't showing the update yet, try:
Note for M1/M2/M3 Mac users: This update requires macOS Sonoma 14.0 or later. Ventura users are stuck on 13.2 for now.
To appreciate the fix, we must understand the pain. Before build .133, Lightroom Classic 13.x suffered from:
Yes, with one small asterisk.
| Scenario | Recommendation | | :--- | :--- | | You use the latest macOS (Sonoma) or Windows 11 | ✅ Update immediately. The stability gains are worth it. | | You are on Windows 10 (older build) | ✅ Update, but ensure your GPU drivers are up to date first. | | You rely on third-party plugins (Imagenomy, Luminar) | ⚠️ Wait 48 hours. Plugin developers usually need a moment to certify new dot releases. | | You are on an Intel Mac from 2017 or earlier | ✅ Update, but disable "Use Graphics Processor" in Preferences to avoid old driver conflicts. |