lutestyle

Lutestyle is a term encountered in digital imaging and computer graphics that refers to the characteristics or configuration of applying a look-up table (LUT) to color data. A LUT is a mapping from input color values to output color values used for color grading, correction, or creative looks. The exact meaning of lutestyle is not standardized and can vary by software and workflow. In some contexts it denotes the chosen LUT profile or palette (for example, a cinematic or vivid style) and the parameters used to blend or apply it.

In shader or rendering pipelines, lutestyle may be a parameter that selects among predefined LUTs or modifies how the LUT is combined with the base color. This can include decisions about applying the LUT in linear versus gamma-corrected space, or whether to apply additional tone-mapping or color adjustments alongside the LUT. In post-production and game engines, lutestyle often corresponds to a preset or a set of options that tailor the look without altering the underlying color management framework.

Practically, lutestyle can influence color fidelity, contrast, saturation, and the overall mood of an image or scene. It is typically part of a broader color grading workflow, and its effects depend on the software and pipeline being used. Users should refer to platform-specific documentation to understand how lutestyle is implemented, what value ranges are accepted, and how it interacts with color spaces and rendering processes. See also Look-Up Table, Color grading, Color management, Shader.