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Microsoft LifeCam Not Working: Fix It with 6 Easy Tips
Outdated or faulty drivers can cause this issue
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Updated onApril 29, 2024
updated onApril 29, 2024
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LifeCam Studio is a webcam for Windows PCs. Despite being a Microsoft camera, it is not without flaws some users are reporting that LifeCam is not working on their PC.
If that’s happening to you as well, rest assured that there are quite a few solutions that you can try to apply. Just take a closer look at the fixes in this guide.
Why is Microsoft LifeCam not working?
Listed below are some of the notable reasons Microsoft LifeCam might not be working:
How to fix a LifeCam Studio webcam that’s not working?
Here’s what to do first:
1. Update your PC’s USB port and camera drivers
It’s recommended to scan your PC with driver updater software to identify outdated or faulty USB ports or webcam drivers.
Adriver updater utilitywill show you all the devices you need to update drivers for. Then you quickly update drivers for devices with the driver updater software.
2. Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter
3. Make sure the LifeCam webcam is enabled
4. Uninstall the LifeCam driver
5. Check your PC’s camera settings in Windows 10
6. Update Windows 10
The above resolutions might be enough to fix LifeCam Studio webcams not working for most users. If those resolutions aren’t enough, you can get in touch with a support agent via theMicrosoft Contact Uspage for more troubleshooting guidance.
And if you still happen to suspect a driver-related issue, just take a closer look at this guide dedicated toMicrosoft LifeCam software and drivers.
Hardware troubleshooters might also come in handy for fixing LifeCams not working in Windows 10. Just let us know which method worked for you in the comments area below.
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Matthew Adams
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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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