How to Enable a Camera on an Android Phone

Want to capture those special moments or jump on a video call? Your Android phone’s camera is a powerful tool, but it might not be available to all apps by default. Here’s a quick guide on how to enable the camera on your Android phone, ensuring your favorite apps can access it whenever you need them.

How to Enable a Camera on an Android Phone

Android devices come pre-installed with a Camera app which you can use for various purposes, such as capturing memorable moments, scanning QR codes, or conducting video calls. Additionally, it offers a range of features to enhance the photography experience.

1. Open the Camera app on your Android device.
2. Tap the Camera button to take photos or videos. Switch between front and back cameras by tapping the camera icon with two arrows.
3. Tap the Menu icon (three vertical dots) to access additional camera features. This may include flash, zoom, timer, and camera modes.
4. After capturing, you can find your photos or videos in your device’s camera roll or Gallery. Tap the thumbnail image or open the Gallery app to view them.

How to Enable Camera Permissions on an Android Phone

Many apps need your permission to access your device’s camera and when you first open them, apps will prompt you to grant camera permission. If you agree, the app will have permission to use the camera permanently. However, if you tap Don’t Allow, you’ll need to enable camera permission in your device settings manually.

1. Open Settings on your phone, tap Apps, and then Apps Management.
2. Locate and tap on the app you’re using.
3. Tap on Permissions and tap on Camera.
4. Tap on Allow only while using the app to enable the hardware specifically for this app.

Why is My Camera Not Working on My Android Phone?

Your camera may not be working on your Android phone due to various reasons. Here are some common causes:

• Corrupted data in the camera app’s cache can lead to malfunctions.
• If your phone’s storage is full, the camera app might not be able to save photos and videos.
• An outdated camera app might have bugs that prevent it from working correctly.
• An outdated Android operating system might have bugs affecting the camera.
• A temporary glitch in the camera app or phone’s software can cause malfunctions.
• In rare cases, physical damage to the camera itself might be the culprit.

What to Do if My Camera Is Not Working?

If your camera is not working on your Android phone, you can try the following steps to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:

Method 1: Close Background Apps

If the camera on your phone is not working as expected, one way to fix it is to close all background apps. Swipe away any unnecessary apps running in the background and see if that helps fix the issue. 

Method 2: Force Quit the Camera App

You can also force quit the camera app. Doing so resolves minor software glitches or conflicts that may be causing the problem. 

1. Open Settings, tap on Apps, and then App Management.
2. Tap on the Camera app from the list of installed apps.
3. Tap on the Force quit option on the screen.
4. Wait a few seconds and then open the camera app again to see if the issue has been resolved.

Method 3: Free Up Storage Space

Insufficient storage space on your device can cause issues with opening the camera app on your phone.

Go through the device storage and delete any files, or apps you no longer need. Additionally, you can move your photos, videos, and other media files to the SD card to free up space on the internal storage.

Method 4: Clear Camera App Cache

Clearing out the cache of the camera app can often resolve the problem.

1. Go to Settings, then Apps, and App management.
2. Tap on the Camera app from the list of installed apps.
3. Then, tap on Storage usage and select Clear cache.

Also Read: 15 Best Android Camera Apps

We hope that by following the steps outlined above, you can easily ensure that their camera is enabled and ready for use. Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to TechCult.