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: Insufficient permission to access the camera or the audio device, Temporary browser glitch conflicting with the service. Missing or outdated webcam drivers and other glitches.
Google Meet needs permission to use your camera (and microphone) in browsers like Google Chrome. So you need to allow the camera access before using Meet. A prompt will show up to ask your permission the first time you join a Meet video call. If you denied the request, you’ll encounter camera failed Google Meet.
While researching we ran into the query “Why can’t I see my camera on Google Meet?”.
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.
See if it fixes your ‘Camera Failed’ error during a meeting. Often these issues are tied to a specific browser or application. So, it’s important to check if the issue is being instigated by the browser alone.
Why can’t I make a Google Meet video call?
1 To start with, check whether you are connected to the Internet and if the speed/connection is strong enough to run a Google Meet video call. 2 Check if the camera is working on other video conferencing solutions like Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc. 3 Then try the good old all-in-one solution of restarting the device., and more items.
Why does my camera fail to turn on?
The “camera failed” problem is a common albeit an annoying problem and you are not alone in it. And there are some simple fixes you can try on your end to resolve the issue. Sometimes the culprit can be something as simple as a neglected permission in your browser.
How to disable Camera Access for Google Meet on Windows 10?
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).
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.