Lightroom Catalog Data File
General Information
| Title | LRCAT File Extension |
| Extension | .lrcat-data |
| Full Form | Lightroom Catalog Data File |
| File Type | Database File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store metadata |
| Additional Functions | Cache images, Maintain edits |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Through Lightroom |
Use Cases
| Photo Editing | Yes |
| Cataloging Images | Yes |
| Image Metadata | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Corruption possible |
| Best Practices | Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated With | Lightroom versions |
| File Evolution | With software updates |
Associated Types
| Primary File | .lrcat |
| Preview Files | .lrdata |
| Sidecar Files | .xmp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Lightroom Classic |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |