How to Check and Grant Permissions for Adobe Lightroom Classic on Mac

Are you experiencing issues with Adobe Lightroom Classic not working as expected on your Mac? One common reason for this problem is insufficient permissions, which can be easily resolved by following a few simple steps. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of checking and granting permissions for Adobe Lightroom Classic on your Mac.

To begin, make sure that Lightroom Classic is added to the Accessibility list in System Preferences. To do this, first unlock the window at the bottom left corner by clicking the lock icon. Then, click the '+' icon and navigate to the Applications folder. Select Accessibility from the list to the left and check if Lightroom Classic is included with a check mark in front of it.

Next, go to the System Preferences for your Mac, then select Security and Privacy, followed by the Privacy tab. Ensure that Lightroom Classic has the necessary permissions on your Mac by following these steps:

1. Check the box next to 'Accessibility' to allow Lightroom Classic to access system features.

2. Verify that the 'Photos' permission is enabled.

If you're still experiencing issues, please share the exact version of Lightroom Classic you're using, along with your computer's macOS version. Additionally, let us know when you first started noticing this behavior and whether sync is enabled in Lightroom Classic. Are there any images being synced while you're using the app?

We apologize for the inconvenience caused by Lightroom Classic not working as expected on your Mac. By following these simple steps, you should be able to resolve any permission issues and get back to enjoying seamless performance with this powerful photo editing software.

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