How to manually turn on the camera

[Grana01]

I was unable to be seen in a video meeting.  A message said the camera had been turned off on the device.

How do I turn it on.

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @Grana01,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.

I understand you have trouble with the Webcam. Here’s how you can manually turn on the camera on your HP Notebook running Windows 11:

Step 1: Check the Physical Privacy Shutter

• Many HP notebooks have a small slider near the webcam.
• Slide it open so the camera lens is visible, like pulling back a curtain.

Step 2: Enable Camera in Windows Settings

1. Click Start → Settings → Privacy & Security → Camera.
2. Make sure Camera access for this device is ON.
3. Also, enable Allow apps to access your camera.

Step 3: Check Device Manager

1. Press Windows + X → Device Manager.
2. Expand Cameras or Imaging Devices.
3. If the camera is disabled: 
   • Right-click the camera → Enable device.
4. If you see a yellow warning icon, update the driver: 
   • Right-click → Update driver → Search automatically.

Step 4: Test the Camera

• Open the Camera app (search “Camera” in Start).
• If it works here, your video meeting app should detect it.

Step 5: App Permissions

• In Privacy & Security → Camera, scroll down and ensure your meeting app (Zoom, Teams, etc.) has permission.

👉 Official HP guide: HP PCs - Troubleshoot the webcam (Windows) | HP® Support

I hope this helps.

Take care and have an amazing day!
 

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Regards,

VikramTheGreat