Computer Webcam
๐ธ 1. Webcam not recognized by the computer?
- Check connections: Ensure USB plug is securely inserted; try another port (USB 2.0/3.0 compatibility may differ)
- Driver issue: Right-click โThis PCโ โ Manage โ Device Manager โ Update camera driver
- Permission settings: System Settings โ Privacy โ Camera โ Make sure access permission is enabled
- Driver issue: Right-click โThis PCโ โ Manage โ Device Manager โ Update camera driver
- Permission settings: System Settings โ Privacy โ Camera โ Make sure access permission is enabled
๐ 2. Why is the image blurry or out of focus?
- Auto-focus models: Move your hand in front of the lens to trigger focus
- Manual focus models: Rotate the lens ring (common in high-end webcams)
- Clean the lens: Wipe gently with a microfiber cloth (do not spray alcohol directly)
- Manual focus models: Rotate the lens ring (common in high-end webcams)
- Clean the lens: Wipe gently with a microfiber cloth (do not spray alcohol directly)
๐ก 3. Why is the video too dark during calls?
- Enable auto light compensation (via software like OBS / camera settings)
- Adjust exposure (EV+1.0) or white balance
- Add physical lighting: place a desk lamp at a 45ยฐ angle behind the webcam
- Adjust exposure (EV+1.0) or white balance
- Add physical lighting: place a desk lamp at a 45ยฐ angle behind the webcam
๐ 4. How to prevent hacker spying?
- Physical cover: slide the built-in shutter cover (recommended)
- Software disable: disable camera via Device Manager
- Security monitoring: install firewall tools (e.g., GlassWire to monitor webcam activity)
- Software disable: disable camera via Device Manager
- Security monitoring: install firewall tools (e.g., GlassWire to monitor webcam activity)
