Windows 10: why is my camera black

Discus and support why is my camera black in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; my elitbook camera will not function https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/why-is-my-camera-black/446c58b4-cd64-4c76-9d27-431ebc543ef9 Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Paul Lamb1, May 30, 2024.

  1. why is my camera black


    my elitbook camera will not function

    :)
     
    Paul Lamb1, May 30, 2024
    #1

  2. BLACK SCREEN CAMERA

    Hi everyone,

    I have a laptop TOSHIBA SATELLITE P755-S5320 with camera integrated.

    when I open the camera application to take a picture, it shows a black screen with an error message, as on the picture attached.

    I tried some research that sent me to the DEVICE MANAGE. But in the there the webcam device is not even present.

    I tried the bellow steps unsuccessfully

    If your camera isn't found in Device Manager, first try using the camera with a different port on your device. If that doesn't work, try these steps:

    1. In Device Manager, on the Action  menu, select  Scan for hardware changes. Wait for it to scan and reinstall updated drivers, restart your computer, and then try opening the Camera app again.
    1. If your webcam still doesn’t work, visit the webcam manufacturer’s website.
    I also tried the bellow steps unsuccessfully

    1. Select Start > File Explorer.
    2. In File Explorer, select This PC, and then select your OS disk, usually called OSDisk (Cwhy is my camera black :).
    3. Under Home, select New folder, and then type Camera Roll as the name of the new folder.
    4. Press and hold (or right-click) the Camera Roll folder you just created, and then select Include in library > Camera Roll.
    5. Try taking a picture. If you see the same error message, try the next solution.
    Could please someone help me?

    Thanks.

    It also doesn't work in applications or websites that require access to the camera. It still doesn't work even though, when turned on, my computer shows the message "Fotocamera attivata", which in Italian
    means "Camera activated". I have an Acer Swift 3 that i bought in December 2019. Could please someone help me?
     
    Roussel Folas, May 30, 2024
    #2
  3. Laptop Camera

    Thanks for updating us on the results of the troubleshooting steps that you have completed. Since the built-in webcam is still not working correctly and the same error code 0xA00F4244 (0xC00DABED) is still appearing, we suggest that we check the camera privacy
    settings to see if the camera access is turned on. Kindly follow the steps below to check the camera privacy settings:

    • Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
    • Near the top of the Settings app window is the search box, kindly type the word "webcam" or "camera".
    • From the list of results choose Camera privacy settings.
    • Make sure that "Let apps use my camera" toggle is set to On.

    We look forward to your response once you complete the steps.
     
    Jordan Dom, May 30, 2024
    #3
  4. why is my camera black

    Issues with using Camera on Windows 10 and getting black view while using the Camera.

    Hi John,



    I realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with Windows 10. I will certainly help you.



    This issue might occur if Camera driver is corrupt.



    To assist you better, please provided us the information below:

    • How exactly are you opening the Camera on the computer?
    • Are you using default Camera app or other camera app?


    I suggest you to follow the method below to open Camera app in the computer and update the Camera driver in the Device Manager.

    Step 1: I recommend you to open the Camera through default Camera app and check if it helps.

    1. Click on Search bar.

    2. Then type "Camera" without the quotes in the search bar and click on it.

    3. Check if you are able to use the Camera.

    Step 2: I suggest you to update the Camera driver and check if it helps.

    1. Press Windows Key + R Key.

    2. Then type “devmgmt.msc” without the quotes and hit on
    Enter Key
    .

    3. Expand Imaging Devices.

    4. Right click on the Camera driver and click on Update Driver Software.





    Please get back to us with an update on issue with using Camera on Windows 10, we will be happy to help.



    Thank you.
     
    Nyima Yonten, May 30, 2024
    #4
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