Frequent Question: How Do I Select the Camera in Windows 10?
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To open up your webcam or camera, select the Start button, and then select Camera in the list of apps. If you want to use the camera within other apps, select the Start button, select Settings > Privacy > Camera, and then turn on Let apps use my camera.

How do I choose my camera on Windows 10?

Select the first option and click on the “View Devices and Printers” under the “Hardware and Sound” option. Selecting “View Devices and Printers” under the Hardware and Sound option. Check to see if the webcam is listed there. If it is, right–click on the webcam and select “Set this device as Default“.

Where are the camera settings on my computer?

To access the camera privacy settings, first open the main Windows 10 Settings screen by clicking (tapping) the Start Menu button, and then clicking the Settings icon. Click the Privacy link to reach the configuration screen, and then click the Camera item located in the left navigation bar as shown in Figure A.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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