Open before import
Review the RAW folder directly before committing the entire shoot to a catalog or editing session.
Lightroom workflow
Cull before the catalog gets involved
Use unraw as the fast first step: open the shoot, find the keepers, then move the selected photos into your editing workflow.
Send fewer photos forward
Rate the keepers first, then spend your editing time on the frames that actually matter.
Keep editing tools for editing
unraw is focused on the review step, so your main editor can stay focused on color, retouching, and delivery.
Avoid another catalog
unraw is not designed to become a second library to maintain. It is the fastest path from shoot to selects.
FAQ
Does unraw replace Lightroom?
No. unraw is for the culling step before editing. Lightroom, Capture One, and other editors still do the final image work.
Why cull before importing?
Culling before import keeps the editing catalog cleaner and lets you spend less time waiting before you know which photos matter.
Can I keep my existing editing workflow?
Yes. unraw is built to sit before the editor. Use it to find selects, then continue with the tools and workflow you already use.
Works as a front-end culling step for professional RAW workflows
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