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Camera doesn't work for no apparent reason.

Eleni Bourou 0 Reputation points
2026-01-30T12:49:55.85+00:00

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It seems windows deal quite often with software glitches, and this causes delays on my workflow

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Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
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  1. EmilyS726 240.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-01-30T13:23:29.0066667+00:00

    Most camera issues can be due to a physical privacy cover covering the lens. Make sure that's not the case.

    Otherwise there is usually a physical button/key/switch you can use to turn the camera on or off. For example, most Lenovo uses F8 or Fn+F8, or a switch above the lens, HP has a camera key or a button on the side of the laptop, MSI uses F6 or Fn+F6, etc.

    If you are not sure, please hold down Windows + R keys, type in msinfo32.exe and hit enter. Then share a screenshot of the System Information window. Thanks!

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