How to Update or Reinstall Webcam Driver

Overview

This draft supports the “Update or Reinstall Webcam Driver” step in the Webcam Not Working workflow. It explains the intended check, safe execution, and the evidence to capture before continuing.

Troubleshooting Checklist

1. Save open work and confirm you are working on the intended device.
2. In Device Manager, right-click on the webcam, select 'Update driver', and then choose 'Search automatically for updated driver software'. If no update is found or the issue persists, right-click again, select 'Uninstall device' (do NOT check 'Delete the driver software for this device' unless specifically instructed by the webcam manufacturer or IT support), then restart your computer. Windows will attempt to reinstall the driver automatically upon reboot.
3. Record what changed and return to the workflow before making additional changes.

Common Indicators

• The workflow reached the Update or Reinstall Webcam Driver step.
• The observed result will determine which diagnostic step should come next.

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