Windows 10: How do i add a plain background to any photos taken using my webcam?

I am using a webcam to take a photos for staff passes. I want to add the same plain blue background to every photo but cannot figure out how to do it. I would prefer not to have to subscribe to something. I have about 150 photos to do it to. Any ideas?

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how to get a plain white background

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

In order to understand the issue better, I suggest you to answer the below questions.

• In which application you need the plain white background?
• Are you referring to paint application as in you mentioned for drawing?

Please post us back with more information to help you better.

 

Webcam and Photos blocked by Anniversary Update

Hi,



I suggest you to follow the below methods and check if it helps.



As you are facing issues with the photo app I suggest you to follow the below method.



Method 1: Run the Windows App Troubleshooter



I suggest you to download and run the app troubleshooter from the below link and check if it helps.

Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store - Microsoft Support

For the issue related to webcam I suggest you to perform the below steps.



Method 2:

You may also update the Camera driver from Device Manager manually and check if this helps.

• Press (Windows key + X) and click on “Device Manager”.
• Expand “Other devices”.
• Right click on the “Integrated webcam” drivers and select “Update Driver Software”. Once this is done, restart the computer and check if the issue persists.

Hope the information helps. Do reply if you need further assistance.

 

Photos app hogging resources in background

Ian, this suggestion was posted on my other thread:

We understand that not all of users are using the Photos app on Windows 10, if not very often. If you don't want this app to be running on background when not in use, there is a way you can turn this
off. Kindly follow the steps provided below:

• In Cortana, type Privacy Settings
  and press Enter.
• Look for Background apps.
• Look for Photos in the list.
• Flip the switch to Off.
• Restart your computer.

After you restart your computer, you can check if the Photos app is still running in background. You can use these steps to turn off any running background applications as it is not limited to Photos
app alone. In this way, you can conserve a lot of power and process allowance.

I just followed these instructions, and now have to wait to see if it works. I'm hoping it solves your problem, too!