Converting ACR preset to Lightroom preset

Is there a quick and easy way to convert an ACR preset to a preset or develop template for Lightroom?

Make your adjustments in ACR, save but don't open. Then open the file in Lightroom and the settings will be preserved (including Point Curve adjustments). Then save as a Preset in Lightroom.
For more info see the PDF document on Inside Lightroom
Richard Earney
http://inside-lightroom.com

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