MintGradeA LUT is a map that changes input colors into output colors. A .cube LUT can provide a starting look, but it does not understand the lighting or subject of an individual photograph.
A practical way to approach it
What a LUT changes
Some LUTs alter saturation and contrast as well as hue. Applying one to an already dark photo may crush shadows.
Start from a corrected photo
Balance exposure and white balance first; otherwise the same LUT behaves differently across every image.
Dial it back
Try the LUT Strength control, then check faces, whites and bright colors before and after. Keep the original alongside the result.
One limitation to remember
A LUT is not the same as a full editing preset that may also set exposure or masks.
Continue in MintGrade: Color controls
Some LUTs alter saturation and contrast as well as hue. Applying one to an already dark photo may crush shadows.
Opens the relevant controls for JPG, PNG and WebP files. No edit is applied until you choose one.
Open color controls in MintGrade →