My camera isn't working in Microsoft Teams
If you're having trouble with the camera in Microsoft Teams, we have some suggestions to help you get back on track.
Tip: Windows 10 users can also go here for more information about troubleshooting common camera issues.
Make sure you have the latest Windows update or Mac OS update and Teams app version installed.
To check for updates in Teams, go to your profile picture in the upper-right of the Teams app then select Settings and more ... > Check for updates. Updates install in the background if they are available.
Note: For troubleshooting with Teams in Virtual Desktop Infrastructures (VDI), please talk to your IT administrator or go here for more information.
To make sure you can use your camera in Teams:
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Close all other apps that might be using your camera (like Skype or FaceTime).
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If you’re using an external camera, try unplugging it and plugging it back in.
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You can often save time and effort by restarting your device.
To make a test call, select Settings and more at the top-right of Teams, then choose Settings > Devices. Then select Make a test call under Audio devices.
In a test call, you'll see how your mic, speaker, and camera are working. Follow the instructions from Test Call Bot and record a short message. The message will playback for you. After that, you'll get a summary of the test call, and you can go to your device settings to make changes.
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The test call feature is only available in English for now. Additional languages are coming soon.
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We'll delete your test recording immediately after the call. It won't be retained or used by Microsoft.
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The test call feature is currently unavailable for Teams on the web.
If you are still having trouble with your camera, here are some more solutions to try.
Check your app permissions
You might need to change permissions on your mobile device.
To change permissions on your Windows device:
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Open the Settings app on your device.
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Select Privacy & security > Camera.
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Turn the Let apps access your camera toggle on.
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Under Let apps access your camera, turn the Microsoft Teams (work or school) toggle on
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If the toggle is already turned on, turn it off and back on again.
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Close all apps and restart your device.
Check your drivers
When your camera isn't working in Windows 10 (or if you're using an external webcam), it might be a problem with your drivers. Go here for step-by-step instructions for checking your Windows drivers.
If you are still having trouble with your camera, here is another solution to try.
Check your app permissions
You might need to change one of your device permissions.
To change permissions on your OS device:
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Open System Settings on your device.
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Select Privacy & Security > Camera.
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Make sure the Microsoft Teams toggle is turned on.
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Select Quit & Reopen or Later to quit and reopen it later.
Note: These settings only apply to Mac OS 10.14 and higher.
If you're using Teams on the web, here is something you can do to make sure your camera and microphone are set up properly.
Check your browser settings: You may need to “allow” your camera and/or microphone to work in Teams.
Note: Microsoft Teams on the web is currently supported in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Internet Explorer 11.
Whether you're using Chrome or other browsers (like Microsoft Edge or Firefox), you can start with Settings (or Options) and then find the camera and microphone.
For example, in Chrome:
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Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Site settings > View permissions and data stored across sites.
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From here, enter “teams.microsoft.com” in the Search field.
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Open the microsoft.com group and scroll down to find teams.microsoft.com and select it.
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Here, set the Camera and Microphone to Allow access to these devices.