how to access my camera on this desktop computer

For a Zoom meeting on Windows 10, make sure camera access is enabled in Windows first:

1. Open Start > Settings > Privacy > Camera.
2. Under Allow access to the camera on this device, select Change and make sure Camera access for this device is On.
3. Turn Allow apps to access your camera On.
4. Turn Allow desktop apps to access your camera On. Zoom is a desktop app, so this setting is important.

If the camera still does not work:

1. Open the Camera app from Start and check whether the camera shows a live image.
   • If it works there, the camera is available in Windows and the issue is likely within Zoom.
2. Check for a physical camera block:
   • Some devices have a privacy shutter over the lens.
   • Some keyboards have a camera key or Fn + camera key that turns the webcam on or off.
3. In Device Manager, expand Cameras and confirm the camera appears there.
4. If using a Surface device, the Get Help app can run the automated camera troubleshooter.

If the camera is being used, Windows may show a camera light or a notification when the camera turns on.

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