Built in Camera is not detected by camera app

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Thank you. I've tried the first method but no difference but one thing I've recognised is that for part two my camera isn't listed under Imaging devices/Sound on the Device Manager so I can't do it. That might be the problem.

Hello,

If your camera app does not detect the built-in camera, there could be several reasons:

• The camera may have a physical defect. If none of the troubleshooting steps work, there may be a hardware issue that requires technical support or repair.
• Some laptops have a physical shutter or notch that can manually block the camera. Check to ensure the camera is not closed with such a feature.
• Windows may have restrictions on camera access. Follow these steps to verify if applications have permission to use the camera:
  • Settings → Privacy & Security → Camera
  • Ensure the “Let apps access your camera” option is turned on.

If the issue persists after these checks, you might try using a different camera application or researching additional driver updates.

Best regards,

Ali G

Hello,

See if this fix helps you:

https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-we-cant-find-your-camera-0xa00f4244-windows-11-10

Let us know if this helps!

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