01Check if your camera is recognized by Windows

  • Go to the Start menu and open the Settings app.
  • Click on Privacy.
  • In the left sidebar, select Camera.
  • Under the 'Allow access to the camera on this device' section, toggle the switch to 'On'.
  • If the switch is already 'On', try toggling it off and on again.
  • Scroll down to the 'Choose which Microsoft Store apps can access your camera' section.
  • Make sure that the toggle switch for the apps you want to use the camera with is turned 'On'.
  • Close the Settings app.

02Update camera drivers

  • Right-click on the Start button and select Device Manager from the menu.
  • Expand the 'Cameras' or 'Imaging devices' category.
  • Right-click on your camera device and select Update driver.
  • Choose the option to search automatically for updated driver software.
  • Wait for Windows to search for and install the latest driver updates.
  • Restart your computer.

03Reset camera privacy settings

  • Open the Settings app and go to Privacy.
  • Click on Camera in the left sidebar.
  • Scroll down and click on 'Reset' under the 'Reset camera permissions' section.
  • Confirm the reset when prompted.
  • Restart your computer.

Conclusion

Enabling your camera on Windows involves checking privacy settings, updating drivers, and resetting camera permissions if necessary. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to enable and use your camera effectively on your Windows computer.

MethodsDetails
Step 1Check if your camera is recognized by Windows
Step 2Update camera drivers
Step 3Reset camera privacy settings
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