Windows 10: multiple web cameras do not display video on all applications

1. Describe the problem:Multiple webcams are detected in Device Manager and appear selectable in applications like OBS Studio, the Windows Camera app, and browser-based webcam test sites. However, no video feed is displayed in any of them.2. Summarize the issue in one sentence:All webcams are recognized by the system but fail to show a live video feed in any application.3. Paste any error messages if applicable:Windows Camera app: "Preview is loading... Please wait." never completesOBS Studio: No video appears after adding the Video Capture Device source.No explicit error messages shown in

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Distorted Video and Web Cam~~

Hi Nina,

There could be a number of factors causing video and web camera display issues so we'll need to get more information. Kindly answer the following:

• What browser are you using?
• Have you tried using other browsers to see if the same issue persists?
• Does it also affect other video hosting websites? We suggest trying other video hosting websites in different browsers to compare their performance.
  

In most cases, issues with video and web camera display are caused by not installing the latest video drivers for your device. Depending on your device model, you'll need to go to your device manufacturer's website to download and install the latest drivers.
We suggest that you do that first.

We'll be waiting for your response. Don't hesitate to post back with additional information if necessary.

 

Web Camera is not working

Hello

I assume by your comment "black screen appears in video call", you are experiencing problems in other camera apps as well, possibly Skype. If your camera isn't working in any applications this is indicative of a camera driver issue. Please try the steps
listed here to resolve your issue:

Windows help and learning

If your issue isn't resolved after running the steps, please report back with your camera make and model and the driver information you aquire from step 3.

Thanks,

Tom

 

windows 10 built in web camera

Hi,

To isolate the issue, we'd like to get the following information:

• What is the make and model of your device?
  
• Have you tried uninstalling the drivers for camera and then install it again?
• If yes, are you still experiencing the same issue?

We also suggest making a test video call or download any application that will require a camera and check if you'll be experiencing the same problem.

Looking forward to your response.