How to fix Camera not working Windows 10 [Solved]

If you are facing “Camera not working Windows 10” or “We can’t find your camera” issue on your computer while upgraded to Windows 10, then you can read & follow our instructions to fix this issue. One possible solution to fix this issue is to download/install Camera Driver for Windows 10.

In this article, we are discussing about Camera Problem in details and providing recommended methods/procedures to fix. Let’s starts the discussion.

About Webcam Driver or Camera driver

“Webcam Driver” is program that allows communication between your webcam (in-build or external camera on your computer) and your PC. This driver software should be update in order to keep the devices running well.  In order to make your camera work together with your computer, you need to install “Camera Drivers”.

Although, Windows 10 can detect and configure most cameras automatically, sometimes the peripheral may suddenly stop working because of the driver, System update, privacy Setting or hardware related problem.

Now comes to matter “We can’t find your camera” Error, many users reported about this issue on various popular online platforms including Microsoft Official forum site and other platforms, asked for the solution. Users explained that this error occurs usually when they trying to open Camera app on Windows 10.

Reasons behind this problem

• Missing or corrupted System important files
• Missing, outdated or compatible camera drivers
• Recent Windows 10 update causes several problems, reported by users
• Problematic hardware or software can cause “Camera not working Windows 10”
• Viruses or malware attack can cause serious damages in computer like this error

[Tips & Tricks] How to Fix Camera not working Windows 10?

Procedure 1: Reinstall Camera Driver for Windows 10

In case if your camera is not working in Windows 10, it might be missing drivers after a recent Windows 10 update. It is also possible that your antivirus software is blocking the camera, your privacy settings don’t allow camera access for some apps. To reinstall camera driver, follow the steps below

Step 1: Press “Windows + X” key from keyboard and select “Device Manager”

Step 2: In the opened “Device Manager” window, locate “Imaging Devices” and expand it

Step 3: Right-click on your camera device and select “Uninstall”

Step 4: Follow On-Screen instructions to finish uninstall process

Step 5: Once done, restart your computer.

Step 6: After rebooting, Windows will reinstall the driver automatically. After that, please check if the “We can’t find your camera” problem is resolved.

Procedure 2: Download/Reinstall Camera Driver for Windows 10

Step 1: At first, you need to go to PCs manufacturer’s website to download the latest Camera Driver for Windows 10. For some PC models, then PC manufacturer may not release Windows driver. If you are in this situation, download the driver for Windows 7 or Windows 8 which is compatible with Windows 10

Step 2: Double-click on downloaded driver file .zip file or .exe file, and extract or install the driver by following on-screen instructions.

Step 3: After installing the driver, please check if the problem is persists.

Procedure 3: Disable and enable the device

Step 1: Press “Windows + X” keys together from keyboard and select “Device Manager”

Step 2: In the opened “Device Manager” window, find “Imaging Devices” and expand it

Step 3: Right-click on your camera device and select “Disable”

Step 4: After few seconds, Right-click on your camera device in “Device Manager” again and select “Enable”. Once done, please check if the problem is resolved.

Procedure 4: Roll back the camera driver

Step 1: Open “Device Manager” and press & hold your camera and then select “Properties”

Step 2: In the opened “Properties” window, click on “Driver” tab and select “Roll Back Driver” and then choose “Yes”

Step 3: After the roll back is complete, restart your device and then try opening Camera App again.

Procedure 5: Check for an incompatible camera driver

Step 1: Open “Device Manager”, look for “Imaging devices” and expand it

Step 2: Right-click on your camera drivers and select “Properties”

Step 3: Select “Driver” tab and select “Driver details”.

Step 4: Look for a file name that includes “Stream.sys”. If it is there, you camera was designed before Windows 7 and you will have to replace it with a new camera.

Step 5: If you don’t find the file name that includes “Stream.sys”, then follow ‘Procedure 4’ to roll back driver.

Procedure 6: Check for Windows 10 update

Step 1: Press “Windows + I” keys together from keyboard to open “Settings” App

Step 2: Go to “Update & Security > Windows update”

Step 3: Click on “Check for updates” under “Windows update” section

Step 4: This process will automatically download/install the available Windows update on your computer. After updated, restart your computer and please check if the trouble is resolved.

Conclusion

I am sure this article helped you to “How to Reinstall Camera Driver for Windows 10”, “How to fix Camera not working Windows 10”, ”How to fix We can’t find your camera on Windows 10” with several easy methods/procedures. You can choose/follow either one or all procedures to fix this issue.

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