If you want your webcam videos or photos to look better, one way is to adjust your camera’s resolution — that means how clear and detailed the image or video is. Windows 11 makes it easy to pick the best camera resolution for your needs.

Besides resolution, Windows 11 also lets you use cool features like background blur, fun filters, and different camera modes to improve your video calls or recordings.

Windows 11 also keeps your camera safe by letting you choose which apps can use it. You can even turn your camera on or off if you have the right permission. To learn more, check out these guides:

• Which apps can use your camera
• How to turn your camera on or off

With the latest Windows 11 update (build 27758), there’s a new Advanced Camera Options feature that lets you customize your camera settings even more, including choosing the resolution.

How to Set Your Camera Resolution in Windows 11

Follow these simple steps to change your camera’s resolution:

1. Open Settings: Click the Start menu (Windows icon at the bottom left) and select Settings. Or press Windows key + I on your keyboard to open Settings quickly.
2. Go to Bluetooth & devices: In the Settings window, click on Bluetooth & devices from the left side menu.
3. Open Camera settings: On the right, find and click the Cameras tile.
4. Pick your camera: Under Connected cameras, select the camera you want to adjust.
5. Open Advanced camera options: Click the Advanced camera options tile, then click the Edit button.
6. Allow multiple apps (if needed): Make sure the option Allow multiple apps to use camera at the same time is turned on or basic setting is enabled. This lets you change the media type resolution.
7. Choose resolution: Use the drop-down menu under Media type to pick the resolution you want. The default is Let Windows choose, which works well for most users.
8. Save changes: Click Apply to save your settings and close the window.

That’s it! Your camera will now use the resolution you picked.

Why Change Your Camera Resolution?

• Better video quality: Higher resolution means clearer and sharper pictures or videos.
• Save space: Lower resolution uses less storage and bandwidth during video calls.
• Customize for apps: Different apps might work better with different resolutions.

More Tips

• Make sure your camera drivers are up to date for the best performance.
• Try different resolutions to see what looks best on your device.
• Use privacy settings to control which apps can access your camera.

References

For more details about Windows 11 camera updates, visit the official Windows Insider Blog.

Summary

Changing your camera’s resolution in Windows 11 is easy and helps improve your video quality. Windows 11’s camera settings are user-friendly and let you control who can use your camera for privacy. With the new advanced options, you can customize your camera like a pro!

Try these steps today to make your video calls and recordings look their best.