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How to Download the Camera Driver in Windows 11 [Step-by-Step]

Get your integrated camera to work in a few simple steps

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Updated onAugust 28, 2024

updated onAugust 28, 2024

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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:

You need to download and install your camera driver in Windows 11 if you want it to work properly.

In general, Windows automates this process, but if you want to update the driver or you can’t find the camera in Device Manager, this guide is for you. We’ll show you all you need to know.

How do I download webcam drivers for Windows 11?

How do I download webcam drivers for Windows 11?

1. Use Device Manager

If you can’t find the Camera driver in Device Manager, click on View and selectShow hidden devices.

2. Use the manufacturer’s website

Downloads pages on most manufacturer websites are usually located under theSupportarea. For instance:

3. Use dedicated driver software

If you don’t have time to manually search for your camera model, you can speed up the process with athird-party driver updater.

When it comes to these tools,PC HelpSoft Driver Updateris a top choice. Itcan install and repair all the drivers on your system with very little effort on your part.

Moreover, ituses a very small amount of system resources so you can let it run in the background. It will regularly check and update your drivers whenever a new version becomes available.

⇒Get PC HelpSoft Driver Updater

How do I get Windows 11 to recognize my camera?

How do I get Windows 11 to recognize my camera?

Bottom line

Having up-to-date drivers is key to maintaining good performance and preventingcommon camera problemslikecamera freezing.Let us know in the comments section below whether you were able to download the Windows 11 camra driver.

We want to know which method worked best for you and whether you will switch to anexternal web camera.

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Vladimir Popescu

Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.

With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.

When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.

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