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The Webcam Is Not Working when Plugged into the Monitor
Some monitors don’t have USB data interfaces for webcams
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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It can be frustrating if the webcam is not working when plugged into the monitor. This is usually when you use an external webcam and want to attach it to the monitor.
It’s important to note that if the monitor has a powered USB port, you can plug in your USB camera (webcam). However, you should not expect a video output unless you connect the webcam to the monitor via USB. Plus, ensure you are routing that connection back to the host PC.
You can follow our detailed post for more info if you are looking for thebest monitors with speakers and webcams.
Can a webcam be plugged into a monitor?
Yes, a webcam can be connected to a monitor; for this, the monitor should have either a USB type B plug or a USB type C plug.
Next, connect the monitor to a USB hub and the laptop simultaneously. You can then plug an external device like a webcam into the monitor.
Why is my computer not detecting my webcam?
If your computer is not detecting your webcam, it might be due to any of the following reasons:
So, if the webcam on the monitor is not working, you can follow the below troubleshooting methods to fix the issue.
How do I fix my webcam if it’s not working when plugged into my monitor?
Before trying the solutions recommended in this guide, you may try the following quick checks and tests:
1. Enable apps access to webcam
Now, go back to your webcam and check if it works with the monitor.
2. Update the webcam drivers
Once done, restart your PC, and now check if the webcam not working when plugged into the monitor issue is fixed.
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You can alsodisable the webcamand enable it back to check if this helps fix the webcam not working when plugged into the monitor issue.
Alternatively, you can also roll back your current drivers to the previous version, which helps fix the webcam issue if the current drivers are corrupted.
But if you see ablack screen while using the webcam on your PC, we have some quick tips for you in this detailed post.
For any other queries on the webcam or related errors, let us know in the comments box below.
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Madhuparna Roy
A diploma holder in computers and with a keen interest in technology, Madhuparna is passionate about writing How-to guides and helping people solve the most intricate Windows issues.
It all started with the evolution of mobile phones and Google, and that has now settled with Windows.
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