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: The 2021 updates significantly increased GPU acceleration for brushing and gradient tools, leading to a smoother "Develop" module experience.

: Lightroom Classic began running natively on Apple M1 chips, providing roughly twice the speed for operations like launching, importing, and exporting compared to Intel-based Macs. Adobe Lightroom Classic 2021.t...

: This was the year's "headline" feature. Adobe replaced the individual Adjustment Brush, Linear Gradient, and Radial Gradient tools with a unified Masking icon. : The 2021 updates significantly increased GPU acceleration

: Users gained the ability to combine different masks using "Add" and "Subtract" functions, plus the "Intersect" feature for precise control. You can now rename the upgraded catalog during

: When first opening a 2021 version (like v10), Lightroom prompts you to upgrade your catalog. You can now rename the upgraded catalog during this process for better organization. What's New in Lightroom Classic 11 (October 2021 Update)

Adobe Lightroom Classic 2021 (Version 10.x and 11.0) marked a significant evolution for the platform, introducing powerful AI-driven tools and native support for modern hardware. Major 2021 Feature Updates