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Troubleshoot Android Camera Problems Quickly

Issue Description 

Camera app shows black screen, crashes, or won’t open. 

Common Causes 

  • Camera permission blocked 
  • App cache corruption 
  • Hardware conflict 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Check Camera Permission 

  • Settings → Apps → Camera → Permissions 
  • Allow Camera access 

 

Step 2: Clear Camera App Cache 

  • Settings → Apps → Camera → Storage 
  • Clear cache 

 

Step 3: Restart Phone 

  • Reopen camera app 

 

Step 4: Test in Safe Mode 

  • If works, uninstall third-party camera apps 

Explore Further 

  • Hardware check if issue persists 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Avoid installing multiple camera apps.