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Skype is a great tool for instant messages and calls, however, some users reported that video is not working on Skype.

This can be a problem, especially if you tend to make video calls frequently, so today we’re going to try and fix this problem.

Video issues in Skype can cause many problems, and speaking of issues, here are some common problems that users reported:

• Skype video not working Windows 10, showing other person – This problem is usually caused by your drivers, and in order to fix it, it’s advised that you update your drivers to the latest version and check if that helps.
• Video not loading on Skype – Sometimes third-party applications can interfere with Skype and cause this problem. To fix it, find and remove the applications that are interfering with Skype.
• Video call not working on Skype – This issue can occur if you don’t have the latest updates installed. To fix the problem, be sure that both your system and Skype are up to date.
• Skype video won’t turn on, connect, load, keeps freezing, black screen – These are various issues that can appear with Skype, and if you encounter them, be sure to try some of our solutions.

How can I fix video not working on Skype in Windows 10?

1. Make sure that you have the latest updates

Now navigate to the Update & Security section.

Click the Check for updates button in the right pane.

Windows will now check for available updates and download them in the background. Once the updates are downloaded, restart your PC to install them.

After updating your system, check if the problem with Skype is still there.

2. Update your webcam driver

Sometimes the video is not working on Skype due to your graphics card driver. Your drivers might be out of date, and that can cause this issue to appear.

To fix the problem, users are suggesting to update your webcam driver to the latest version.

This is fairly simple to do, and you can do it by visiting your webcam manufacturer’s website and downloading the latest drivers for your webcam model.

If this method seems a bit complicated to you, you can always third-party tools such as DriverFix to update your drivers automatically with just a couple of clicks.

Once your webcam driver is up to date, check if the problem is still there.

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3. Install the generic driver

Now choose Device Manager from the list.

Locate your webcam driver, right-click it and select Update driver from the menu.

Select Browse my computer for driver software.

Now click on Choose Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer.

4. Remove problematic applications

Sometimes third-party applications can interfere with Skype and that will cause video not to work. This can be a problem, but in order to fix it, you need to find and remove the problematic applications.

The cause for this problem is usually virtual video capture software, such as CyberLink YouCam, and in order to fix the problem, you need to find and remove the problematic application.

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Bear in mind that any other camera software can cause this issue to appear, so keep an eye out for all camera applications.

Once you find the problematic application, it’s advised that you remove it. There are several ways to do that, but the most effective one is to use one of the best uninstaller software on the market.

In case you’re not familiar, uninstaller software is a special application that can easily remove any software from your PC.

In addition to removing software, the uninstaller application will also remove all files and registry entries associated with the application you’re trying to remove.

As a result, the application will be completely removed, and there won’t be any leftover files that can interfere with your system.

5. Make changes to your registry

Press Enter or click OK.

Enter EnableFrameServerMode as the name of the new DWORD.

6. Make sure that your webcam is properly configured

Open Skype and go to Tools and select Options.

Now click the Save button to save changes.

7. Reinstall Skype

According to users, if the video is not working on Skype, perhaps the issue is related to your Skype installation.

Sometimes your installation can become corrupted, and that can lead to this and many other problems. To fix this problem, users are suggesting to reinstall Skype completely.

There are several methods you can use, but if you want to completely remove Skype, it’s best that you use uninstaller software.

Once you remove Skype, install it again, and check if the problem is still there.

Some users are also recommending to download and install the older version of Skype, so you might want to try that as well.

8. Perform a System Restore

Select Create a restore point from the menu.

When the System Properties window opens, click the System Restore button.

Click the Next button to proceed.

Select the desired restore point and click the Next button.

Once your system is restored, check if the problem with Skype video is still there.

Video problems in Skype can be annoying, especially if you tend to make Skype calls frequently. However, we hope that our solutions helped you solve this problem.

If you have additional suggestions or recommendations, make sure to let us know in the comments section below.

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