1. Check the Camera shutter/slider if it is covering the camera lens or not
2. Run the Camera Troubleshooter
Windows has a built-in troubleshooter for common camera-related issues. This is a simple and quick step to try before diving into more complex solutions. Here’s how to do it:
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Open Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters.
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Find the Camera and click Run to automatically detect and fix issues.
3. Check Camera Permissions
If Windows 11 is blocking your camera from working with apps, you may need to manually enable permissions for it. This ensures apps can access the camera without issues.
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Go to Settings > Privacy & security > Camera.
- Ensure that camera access is turned on for your apps.
4. Test Camera with the Camera App
Testing the camera with the Camera app can help identify if the issue is with the camera itself or the specific app you’re using. If it works here, the problem might be app-related. Here’s how you can test:
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Open Start, type Camera, and launch the app.
- If it works here, the issue might be with the app you were using.
5. Repair and Reset Camera
Webcam still not working on your Windows 11 computer? Windows has an option Repair or Reset the camera in the system settings. This won’t delete or remove your data in any way.
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Go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
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Search for the Camera app.
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Click on the three dots icon on the right-hand side.
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Click on the Advanced options.
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Scroll down and look for the Repair and Reset option.
