How to Use Android Phone as a Webcam on Windows

 

To use your Android phone as a webcam on a Windows 11 PC, you can utilize third-party apps that allow you to connect your phone to your computer over Wi-Fi or USB and use it as a webcam. One popular option is to use the DroidCam app. Here's how to set it up:

Using DroidCam:

1. Install DroidCam on your Android phone**:
   - Go to the Google Play Store on your Android device.
   - Search for "DroidCam" and install the DroidCam Wireless Webcam app developed by Dev47Apps.

2. Download and install DroidCam Client on your Windows 11 PC**:
   - Open a web browser on your Windows 11 PC.
   - Go to the DroidCam website: [https://www.dev47apps.com/
   - Download the DroidCam Client for Windows and install it on your PC.

3. Connect your Android phone and PC**:
   - Make sure your Android phone and Windows 11 PC are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
   - Open the DroidCam app on your Android phone.
   - Note down the IP address and DroidCam Port displayed on the DroidCam app's main screen.

4.Launch DroidCam Client on your Windows 11 PC**:
   - Open the DroidCam Client application on your PC.
   - Enter the IP address and port number from your Android phone into the corresponding fields in the DroidCam Client.

5. Start Using your Android phone as a Webcam**:
   - After entering the IP address and port, click on the "Start" button in the DroidCam Client on your PC.
   - Your Android phone's camera should now be connected to your Windows 11 PC and ready to use as a webcam.

6. Adjust Settings (Optional)**:
   - You can adjust camera settings such as resolution, framerate, and audio input in the DroidCam Client on your PC.

7. Use the Android Webcam in Applications**:
   - Once connected, you can select the DroidCam camera as your webcam in video conferencing apps, live streaming software, or any other application that uses a webcam.

Note:
- Make sure to keep your Android device and Windows 11 PC connected to the same Wi-Fi network throughout the process.
- If you encounter any issues, make sure both the DroidCam app on your Android device and the DroidCam Client on your PC are up to date.
- You can also connect your Android phone to your PC using a USB cable and use the DroidCamX app for enhanced features, though this may require additional setup.