Correction of underexposure in desktop software does not seem to survive the upload process to iNat

It looks like you are uploading the original image and not the edited one. My only tip is to “Save as” instead of “Save” so you know where the updated photo is placed.

My hands are not that steady. In low light I use higher shutter speed for freehand to prevent blur. I can add light later.

I always review my photos before uploading. I often crop and when needed, adjust exposure, contrast and shadow.