If you are experiencing the Google Meet camera failed error on a Windows computer, here are a few common reasons that can trigger this error: Temporary browser glitch conflicting with the service. Missing or outdated webcam drivers and other glitches. Your webcam is in use by other apps.
If the problem persists, try one of the other fixes. It could be possible that the reason Google Meet could not access your camera despite having the permission to do so is that your browser does not have access to the camera itself. Open your Windows settings from the start menu, or by using the keyboard shortcut Windows + i.
How to fix Google Meet camera not working on Chrome?
Now, Google Meet should have access to your camera on Chrome. Firefox shows permission status on the left side of the address bar. Click on the Camera icon and select Allow audio and video to give Google Meet permission to access your camera.
How do I allow Google meet to access my camera?
When you block Google Meet access to your camera, you will see a camera icon with a red cross, indicating access to communication devices is denied. To fix this, click on the Camera or Microphone icon and select Always allow Google Meet to access your camera.
Click the Settings and More icon (three dots) and open Settings. In the Settings page, open the Cookies and site permission tab from the left pane. On the right pane, scroll down to All Permissions. Click on Camera. Here you should see the camera access for Google Meet URL is blocked. Click on Delete ( Trash icon).
How to fix Google Meet not working on Windows 10?
It could be possible that the reason Google Meet could not access your camera despite having the permission to do so is that your browser does not have access to the camera itself. Open your Windows settings from the start menu, or by using the keyboard shortcut Windows + i.
Why won’t my camera work with Windows apps?
The camera worked with windows apps, but not with any browsers, Google Meet, or Zoom. I solved this in the privacy settings. Go to windows permissions for the camera and make sure to “Allow apps to access your camera” (for windows applications) AND “Allow desktop apps to access your camera”.