If it’s been a while since you last updated your Skype and Windows 10 version, do check for updates. Then right-click on the programs you want to end and select End task. To close background programs, launch the Task Manager and click on the Processes tab. Maybe other apps accessed your camera and are exploiting it fully preventing Skype from stepping on the scene.įor example, if Teams or Zoom are running in the background, close them and check if this solved the problem. Make sure to close all the other apps and programs that could be using your webcam. Check if Skype can detect your camera now.

Select and launch the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

Then enter and run the msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic command.

Type cmd in the Windows Search bar, right-click on Command Prompt and launch it as an admin.

Run the Hardware and Device Troubleshooter

Follow the on-screen instructions and then restart your computer to automatically install the latest camera drivers.

Right-click on your camera again and select Uninstall device this time.

If it’s not, reinstall your camera driver.

Then right-click on your camera driver and select Update Driver.

Launch the Device Manager and click on Cameras.

Update or reinstall your drivers to solve the problem. Skype may fail to detect your camera if you’re running outdated or corrupted camera drivers.

Make sure Skype is allowed to access your camera.

Enable the option that says Allow apps to access your camera.

Under App permissions (left pane), click on Camera.

If you tweaked your privacy settings so as to prevent apps from using your camera, Skype won’t be able to access it. Maybe the camera issue you’re experiencing is due to a general problem Microsoft is aware of. Needless to say, ensure the camera is turned on.Īlso, don’t forget to check the Skype service status.

Gently press the camera edges and cable to ensure it’s properly plugged in.

⇒ Quick Fix: If you’re using an external camera, make sure the device is properly connected to your computer. Fix Skype Doesn’t Detect Camera on Windows 10

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