How to access camera permissions or change between multiple cameras

Description

The following article explains the steps to follow to access camera permissions or switch between multiple cameras on a device with multiple camera options

Problem

Some devices (like Microsoft Surface Pro) have multiple cameras, so users might want to switch and use a different one depending on the session

Cause

Browsers allow users to alter default camera settings

The browser registers the camera change only after refreshing once the change has been made

Solution

Change camera in browser settings following the steps below; then refresh browser or turn camera off/on

Google Chrome

1. Open Chrome Chrome  
2. At the top right, click More Settings
3. Under "Privacy and security" click Site settings
4. Click Camera and pick the option you want to use
5. Close the settings tab 
6. For the new settings to be picked up, there are two options:
   1. Refresh the tab of your mashme session
   2. Disable and enable the camera  

This is also available on Google's support documentation here: Use your camera and microphone

Mozilla Firefox

If you are using Firefox, follow the steps on How do I open permissions manager?

If you have your settings are set to "Always ask", you should see the following dialogue box when you start using your camera:

Further Details

For more related info, please check the following articles:

• Browser permissions for devices (camera and microphone)
• How do I change my devices (mic & cam)?