01
Check hardware support
Confirm that the PC meets **Windows Studio Effects** requirements and that the selected camera is supported.
Connect a supported webcam, enable available **Windows Studio Effects**, and test video output.
Requirements
- Windows 11 25H2 x64
- Compatible PC with supported NPU
- USB webcam supported by Windows Studio Effects
- Working camera driver
Instructions
02
Connect the webcam
Attach the external webcam to a compatible USB port and allow Windows to detect it.
03
Verify camera detection
Open **Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Cameras** and select the external webcam.
04
Open camera effects
Find **Windows Studio Effects** through camera settings or supported Quick Settings controls.
05
Configure available effects
Enable supported options such as background effects, automatic framing, or eye contact correction.
tipThe available effects depend on the NPU, drivers, and selected camera.
06
Test video output
Open the **Camera** app or another supported video application. Select the external webcam and confirm the chosen effects appear.
Common issues
Studio Effects are missing.
Check NPU support, Windows updates, camera drivers, and compatibility with external cameras.
The app selects the wrong camera.
Choose the intended USB webcam inside the application's video-device settings.
Frequently asked
Do Studio Effects work on every PC?
No. Supported hardware acceleration and drivers are required.
Can effects work in video meeting apps?
Yes, when the system and camera expose the effects to the application.
How to undo this
Disable enabled effects in the Windows camera controls and restore the original camera selection in your video applications.
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