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From the Settings app, you can view connected cameras, control app access, and manage camera permissions to help ensure privacy and proper camera functionality. Select one of the following topics to see more: Default settings for each camera can be set in Camera settings.

Common causes include missing drivers after a recent update, antivirus software blocking the camera, restrictive privacy settings, or issues with the app you're trying to use. This article provides a step-by-step guide to help you troubleshoot and resolve camera problems effectively.

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Using a camera or webcam, take pictures, take videos, scan codes, scan documents, and scan whiteboards with the Windows Camera app. QR codes or barcodes can be scanned when scanning codes.

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Use the two built-in cameras and the Camera app on your Surface to take photos, shoot videos, and hold video chats.

Try these solutions to fix any issues you might be having with the built-in camera (s) on your Surface. For example, it may be missing drivers or require a restart. It also may be that your privacy settings don't allow camera access for some apps, or there's a problem with the app you want to use.

Update drivers through Device Manager in Windows. Tip: The best way to get driver updates in Windows is automatically using Windows Update. For more information, see Automatically get recommended drivers and updates for your hardware.