Why is the camera so bad on Skype?

Reinstall and adjust the camera

Certainly every webcam is different, but there are a few steps that you should definitely take to get better quality.

1. Check whether the focus of your camera can be adjusted manually. Many, especially older models, can be adjusted at the front. To do this, turn the ring that sits in front of the lens.
2. Poor lighting conditions can also be the reason for a pixelated image. Make sure you have enough light before your video conference. However, the light source should not shine directly into the lens of your camera.
3. If this does not help, then start the software of your camera. With this you can adjust the contrast, the brightness and the white balance. Try this until you get a satisfactory picture.

If this didn't work and the picture is still bad, then you should reinstall the camera.

1. Disconnect the camera from your computer and go to the control panel.
2. There you look for the driver and (optionally) the software of the camera under "Programs".
3. Uninstall the programs and restart your computer.
4. Reconnect your camera. This is expected to be installed automatically. If not, use the driver CD.
5. Then install the camera's software as well.
6. Now you can still use the software to optimize contrast, brightness and white balance.

If the quality is still poor, Skype or your computer could be the reason

The camera is not always responsible for a bad picture. Skype or your computer can also be responsible for poor quality.

• Internet bandwidth can cause major video calling problems. Check that your connection meets the minimum requirement of 512 KB / s. A little tip: Avoid going after work and on weekends Video to talk on the phone. The Skype servers can then be overloaded.
• Your camera should also be connected directly to the computer via a USB port. Using the webcam on a USB hub is not advisable. If your camera is attached to one of these, connect it to a USB port on your computer.