Learn how to install and use Capture One Styles Packs on desktop and mobile. This guide explains the difference between Advanced and Standard Styles, how to import them, how to apply them effectively, and what limitations to be aware of so you know what to expect.
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Advanced and Standard Styles Packs
When you purchase a Styles Pack, you receive a .zip file containing two different installation options. Each option is designed for a different workflow and Capture One version.
Advanced Styles Pack
Advanced.costylepack are designed for photographers who want maximum flexibility and control.
- Styles are applied using adjustment layers rather than directly to the background.
- Layers are created automatically when you apply the Style.
Best for:
Users who want a flexible workflow, enjoy experimenting, or regularly customize their edits.
Availability:
Desktop only, Capture One 23 or newer.
Standard Styles Pack
Standard.costylepack prioritize speed and simplicity.
- Styles are applied directly to the background or to a single layer.
- Compatible across more versions and platforms.
Best for:
Users who want quick results, work on older versions of Capture One, or edit on mobile.
Availability:
Capture One 22 or older on desktop, Capture One mobile, or users who prefer a simpler workflow.
How to install a Styles Pack
Capture One desktop
There are two ways to import your Styles Pack on desktop.
- Double-click on the .costylepack file which fits your current Capture One version.
- Select Import Styles from within Capture One. Select the desired .costylepack file in the Finder (macOS) or File Explorer (Windows) pop-up.
Capture One mobile
- You can easily import your Styles to your iPad or iPhone through AirDrop.
- If you are importing Styles from Windows, save the Style to a cloud location that is accessible from both your PC and iPad/iPhone. You can use services such as iCloud, OneDrive, Dropbox, and Google Drive, to name a few.
See Editing Images (mobile) for more detailed instructions.
How to use Styles Packs
- Choose and apply a Style.
- Correct your Exposure and White Balance.
- Perform any necessary adjustments to make it your own.
Limitations
Some Capture One tools cannot be applied to a layer or saved as part of a layered Style. Instead, they will be applied directly to the background.
The limited features are:
- Vignette tool
- Black and White tool
- Film Grain
- ICC Profiles
- Film Curves
- Color Noise and Single Pixel Noise Reduction
- Diffraction Compensation
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