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.

The following list outlines error codes and potential causes associated with Windows camera. Click on the error code to view the detailed troubleshooting steps to resolve.

To use a camera with apps in Windows, permissions need to be turned on in the privacy settings for Camera. You can control access at the device level and for individual apps.

Find out how to change privacy settings for your camera and microphone in Windows.

Camera settings in Windows 11 let you manage how cameras on your device are detected, accessed, and used by apps. From the Settings app, you can view connected cameras, control app access, and manage camera permissions to help ensure privacy and proper camera functionality.

If there are updates available, select the Check for updates button to open Windows Update and install the available updates. Select Get help and tell us the problem you are experiencing.

When your camera isn't working in Windows 10 (or if you're using an external webcam), it might be a problem with your drivers. Go here for step-by-step instructions for checking your Windows drivers.

How do I use my mobile device as a webcam on PC? Once your device is successfully linked to your PC, and you've ensured that this feature is enabled in Settings, it will appear as an available camera option in Windows Settings and other camera applications.

Mount your Microsoft Modern Webcam the way you want—depending on your PC and the set up in your home or office. Here are three different ways to mount your webcam.

To use your microphone with apps on Windows 10, you'll need to turn on some permissions in Privacy settings. Here's how: Select Start > Settings > Privacy. In the left pane, select Microphone under the App permissions section. Make sure the toggle for Microphone access for this device is turned on.