Microsoft Teams Note: Microsoft Teams will not support Internet Explorer 11 starting November 30, 2020. Learn more. Please note that Internet Explorer 11 will remain a supported browser. Internet Explorer 11 is a component of the Windows operating system and follows the Lifecycle Policy for the product on which it is installed. If you're having trouble with the camera in Microsoft Teams, we have some suggestions to help you get back on track. Tip: Windows 10 users can also go here for more information about troubleshooting common camera issues.
Check for updates Make sure you have the latest Windows updateor Mac OS update and Teams app version installed. To check for updates in Teams, go to your profile picture in the upper-right of the Teams app and select Check for updates. Updates install in the background if they are available. Note: For troubleshooting with Teams in Virtual Desktop Infrastructures (VDI), please talk to your IT administrator or go here for more information.
Check if your camera is in use
Close all other apps that might be using your camera (like Skype or FaceTime).
If you’re using an external camera, try unplugging it and plugging it back in.
You can often save time and effort by restarting your device.
Make a test call To make a test call, select your profile picture, then choose Settings > Devices. Then select Make a test call under Audio devices. In a test call, you'll see how your mic, speaker, and camera are working. Follow the instructions from Test Call Bot and record a short message. The message will play back for you. After that, you'll get a summary of the test call, and you can go to your device settings to make changes. Notes:
The test call feature is only available in English for now. Additional languages are coming soon.
We'll delete your test recording immediately after the call. It won't be retained or used by Microsoft.
The test call feature is currently unavailable for Teams on the web.
Troubleshooting for Windows If you are still having trouble with your camera, here are some more solutions to try:
Check your app permissions
You might need to change one of your device permissions. Here's how to check:
Open Settings
Under Privacy, select Camera
Make sure the setting for Camera access for this device is turned On
If the setting is already turned on, turn the setting off then back on again
4. Close all apps and restart your device
Troubleshooting for Mac OS If you are still having trouble with your camera, here is another solution to try:
Check your app permissions You might need to change one of your device permissions.
Open System Preferences
Select Security & Privacy
Under Privacy, choose Camera on the left
Make sure Microsoft Teams is selected
Close all apps and restart your device
Note: These settings only apply to Mac OS 10.14 and higher.
Troubleshooting for Teams on the web If you're using Teams on the web, here is something you can do to make sure your camera and microphone are set up properly:
Check your browser settings It is important to check your browser permissions and settings. You may need to “allow” your camera and/or microphone to work in Teams.
Note: Microsoft Teams on the web is currently supported in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Internet Explorer 11. Whether you're using Chrome or other browsers (like Microsoft Edge or Firefox), you can start with Settings (or Options) and then find the camera and microphone.
For example, in Chrome:
Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings > View permissions and data stored across sites.
From here, enter “teams.microsoft.com” in the Search field.
Open the "Microsoft.com" group and scroll down to find "teams.microsoft.com" and select it.
Here, set the Camera and Microphone to Allow access to these devices.