If you are experiencing an issue with your Skype camera not working in Windows 10, there are a few things you can try before giving up on video calls altogether. In this article, we will outline some methods to help you fix the problem.
Method 1: Turn on App Permissions for Your Camera
The first thing you need to do is to make sure you have given your camera permission to be used by Skype. To do this, click on the Start button and select Settings. From there, select Privacy in the left pane and then click on Camera. Under “Allow access to the camera on this device”, select Change and make sure the camera access for this device is turned on. Then, allow Skype app access to your camera in Camera settings. Go to “Allow apps to access your camera” and make sure it is turned on.
Method 2: Check the Webcam is Configured Correctly
Open the Skype app and select “Tools” > “Options” to open further settings. Then, click on “Video settings” to check the webcam configuration. If video settings state “Skype couldn’t find a webcam”, then Skype hasn’t recognized your camera.
Method 3: Update Your Webcam Drivers
Open Device Manager. Click “Imaging devices” where you should find your webcam listed. Next, right-click the webcam and select the “Update Driver Software” option from the context menu. An “Update Driver Software” window opens from which you can select “Search automatically for updated driver software”.
Downloading and installing drivers manually is a process that carries the risk of getting the wrong driver installed, which may lead to serious malfunctions of your system. The safer and easier way to update drivers on a Windows computer is by using an automatic tool. We strongly recommend the Driver Easy tool. It automatically identifies each device on your computer and matches it with the latest driver versions from an extensive online database.
In conclusion, if you are experiencing issues with your Skype camera not working in Windows 10, try these methods to help you fix the problem. By following these steps, you should be able to get your camera up and running so you can continue enjoying video calls with friends and family.