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Updated Spring Printable version. Test your microphone. Most computers have a basic built in microphone. You may choose to use an external microphone or headset with a built-in mic. Your specific settings this will depend on what type of device you are doing. Test your camera. Make sure your camera is set up to show your face and that your lighting is good.

As with the microphone, your specific settings will depend on what type of device you are using. Contact VUIT for assistance with camera setup. If possible, use a wired internet connection when in a Zoom meeting or Virtual Classroom. A wired connection will be the most reliable. If you are connecting via Wifi, we suggest using a private network such as the one you have at home. Zoom also has compatibility issues with macOS Make sure to test your Zoom camera before you join a meeting to make sure others will be able to see you.

Follow these steps in order to get your camera working in Zoom:. Make sure your camera is connected and turned on. If you use an external webcam for Zoom, check the connecting cable for damage, and try connecting it to a different USB port if possible. For wireless webcams, check your Bluetooth settings and make sure the device's battery is charged. Make sure your camera is selected in Zoom.

During a meeting, select the up arrow next to the camera icon and make sure the desired webcam is chosen. If the camera icon has a line through it in your Zoom window, select the icon to enable your camera. Close other programs that can access your camera. Other software could be competing with Zoom for your webcam. Check your device settings.

Go to the camera settings on your device to make sure it's not disabled. Check your app permissions. Make sure Zoom has permission to use your camera by going to your device's app settings. Update your device's drivers. Windows users should go into the Device Manager and check to make sure the camera's drivers are up-to-date. Update your Mac. If you're on a Mac running macOS Restart your device. A reboot fixes most computer problems because it closes any ongoing processes that could be interfering with software or hardware , such as your camera.

Change Zoom's Advanced Video Settings. Zoom provides advanced tools designed to enhance video playback, but they sometimes have the opposite result. If your video continues to be distorted, open Zoom while not in a meeting and select the Settings gear , then choose the Video tab and select Advanced to adjust these options.

Make sure the correct camera is chosen and that the box beside Turn off my video when joining meeting isn't checked. Reinstall Zoom. If you're using the mobile or desktop versions of Zoom, uninstall the program and redownload it from the Apple App Store, Google Play , or the Zoom website. Alternatively, you can try using the web version. If you're still having trouble with your camera in Zoom, you can still participate in meetings with your microphone or by dialing-in to Zoom.

Some Lenovo PCs have a default feature that prevents Zoom from accessing the camera.

     

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Was this reply helpful? Yes No. Sorry this didn't help. Hi my camera displays this whenever i use zoom, google meet, and other apps that requests camera access from the laptop and I don't know what to do. Please help me I am late in my class. Choose where you want to search below Search Search the Community. Search the community and support articles Windows Windows 10 Search Community member.

Have tried to download camera, but computer says camera cannot be located, what is wrong? This thread is locked. You can follow the question or vote as helpful, but you cannot reply to this thread. I have the same question Report abuse. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Previous Next. Do you want to use the Zoom application, but do not have access on the camera? When it says that the camera cannot be located, we are talking about the integrated computer camera or an external camera.

Can you tell me the model of your computer. Check the problem and then restart the computer so that the configuration is saved I hope it helps you. Thanks for your feedback. How satisfied are you with this reply? Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site. Check the problem and then restart the computer so that the configuration is saved Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information.

Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP Potentially Unwanted Products. Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it. I hope it helps you. How can I install the camera?

In reply to paolahiponia's post on August 12, I would suggest you check your function keys where the bar across the camera is seen as noted in your picture.

On my Lenovo, it is F8. It is probably activated, so depress and see if this works. Patricia Badia-Johnson. In reply to BarbaraGomez1's post on August 24, How do i connect my computer installed camera to Zoom? This site in other languages x.