How do I activate my built-in web cam on my laptop?

Question

I have looked everywhere in 'Control Panel' and can't find how to activate my web cam.Help!!

Answer 1

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It needs to be activated to work? Depending on the laptop, you should see a program for it in your programs list. Look through your programs and you should see an option there to turn it on and adjust your settings.

Answer 2

see if there is software listed in the programs off the start menu

open up you IM software..e.g. msn

there is a webcam setup tool in that you can use =)

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Answer 3

depends on what laptop u are using.

i use Sony, i just click START then click Sony Camera Utility..

Answer 4

Look for a program called Quickplayer, if it isn't there, I'm very sorry.