Guides
Step-by-step help for webcam and microphone problems. Every guide starts with a free test, so you can check your device as you go.
Fix a problem
- Camera not working? How to fix itWebcam not showing up, black screen or "camera in use" on Windows, Mac and laptops
- Microphone not working? How to fix itMic not picking up, too quiet or stuck at volume 0
- Why is my webcam blurry, dark or grainy?Fix a blurry, dark, grainy, laggy or black-and-white webcam picture
By device
- How to test your camera and mic on a MacMacBook Air, MacBook Pro and iMac camera and microphone check
- How to test your camera and mic on Windows 11 and 10Check your webcam and microphone on a Windows PC or laptop
- How to video chat between Android and iPhoneFaceTime links, WhatsApp, Google Meet and other ways to call across the two systems
- Headset mic test: check your AirPods, Bluetooth or gaming headsetPick the right input, fix muffled Bluetooth sound and wired headset mics
By app
- Test your camera and mic before a Zoom meetingCheck video and audio without joining a meeting
- Test your camera and mic before a Microsoft Teams meetingMake sure Teams can see and hear you before the call
- Test your camera and mic for Google MeetCheck your webcam and microphone before a Meet call
- Discord mic test: check your microphoneHear yourself, fix a quiet or cutting-out mic for Discord
- Camera and mic test for Omegle-style video chatCamera not working, black screen or stuck on "Connecting" on random video chat sites
- Webcam and mic test for online examsGet ready for a proctored exam: camera, mic and lighting check