System & UI

January 13, 2026

  • Darktable: Use Stable & Dev version in parallel

    January 16, 2026 Many users want to try out the latest features of the developer version (Development Build/Nightly) without jeopardizing their stable working environment. The problem:By default, all darktable versions use the same configuration folder with the same files, including databases. When you install then start a newer version, it updates your existing database, so…

  • Release Notes – darktable 5.4.0

    December 30, 2025 Source: https://github.com/darktable-org/darktable/releases/tag/release-5.4.0 We’re proud to announce the new feature release of darktable, 5.4.0! The github release is here: https://github.com/darktable-org/darktable/releases/tag/release-5.4.0. To build from source, do not use the autogenerated tarball provided by GitHub on the release page, download our tar.xz file instead. If you’re just building for yourself without creating a package for some…

  • Your monitor is lying (probably)

    January 27, 2026 You edited your picture perfectly. It shines, the shadows are full, the colors pop. Satisfied, you export it and send it to your smartphone or printer. But then the shock: on the phone it looks dull, and the expensive wall print drowns in black. Did darktable make a mistake? No. The problem…

  • Skulls – select_non_existing (Lua Script)

    February 3, 2026 The Manual Solution The skull icon simply means that darktable has an entry in its database, but cannot find the file at the stored path. Scenario A: The file no longer exists (Cleanup)You have intentionally deleted the image (e.g., in Explorer/Finder) and now want to remove the orphaned entry from darktable: Scenario…

  • Backup & Storage

    February 3, 2026 Darktable never alters your original RAW files. All edits, tags, ratings, and preferences are stored separately. To fully protect your work, you must back up both your photos and the files where darktable stores edits and settings. Darktable data falls into two categories: 1) Digital Asset Management (DAM) and Global Preferences. 1.…

  • Shortcuts Screen

    February 5, 2026 Why the Shortcut System Can Feel Complicated Darktable’s shortcut system is basically a “build-your-own-controls” engine. With it, you can: It’s a lot—but once you understand the pieces, it becomes one of darktable’s best features. Understanding the Shortcuts Page in darktable The Shortcuts page in darktable has two main halves and two search…

  • Darktable keyboard layout for Lightroom changers

    December 30, 2025 The goal is to place the actions you perform in Lightroom with a button on the corresponding function in Darktable. Global Actions & change of view These abbreviations work almost everywhere. Action (What you want to do) Lightroom Shortcut Proposal for Darktable Note/Explanation To the library/grid view G (grid) G Switches to…

  • Import shortcuts

    January 27, 2026 You can easily add shortcuts from a file to your existing configuration. Only the keys defined in the file will be changed – your remaining settings will be retained. Here’s how it works: This is happening now:Darktable reads the new commands and updates your key assignment. For more information, view darktable’s official…

  • Darktable Shortcuts (default)

    January 4, 2026 Global Shortcuts These shortcuts work in most views of Darktable. Shortcut Action Tab Toggle all sidebars Ctrl + , Open preferences B Collapse/expand sidebar controls H Show keyboard shortcuts window Ctrl + H Toggle header L Switch to lighttable D Switch to darkroom M Switch to map view S Switch to slideshow…

  • Darktable Shortcuts Viewer/Editor v0.9

    December 30, 2025 Important: Darktable automatically restores missing default shortcuts at startup. To prevent your custom layout from being messed up, you should disable this automatic feature. Installation of the file: Toggle Theme QWERTZQWERTYAZERTY Load your shortcutsrc file to begin editing. You can also drag & drop the file anywhere on this page. Filter Keyboard…

  • Darktable Keyboard Layout – Pro

    January 11, 2026 On this page, you will find a compact reference card for the most important keyboard shortcuts and mouse gestures for the Darkroom view. We have structured the layout logically to make it easier for you to get started: The following file contains only the changes for the Darkroom. (Guide on how to…

  • Shortcuts & Hidden Features

    February 4, 2026 Here is a collection of features that are not obvious, but everyone should know. 1. Interface & View (Clean up) 2. Faster Work with Sliders This is the biggest “Aha moment” for many: 3. Masks & Shapes (Darkroom) 4. Lighttable (Management) 5. Image Processing (Darkroom) 6. Scroll Modules with Mouse Wheel Mouse…

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