How do I create a new catalog with Smart Previews in Lightroom 5/6?

Follow these simple steps to get started: 

  • Create a new catalog and name it “[ORDER NAME] LR5”.
  • Import only the images you want to send to PIE.
  • Select all of the images and click: Library > Previews > Build Smart Previews.
  • Send both the catalog (ending in “.lrcat”) and the Smart Preview (ending in “Smart
    Previews.lrdata”) files.

For more detailed information please refer to the video below: