# Omarchy OS: How do I troubleshoot a webcam or microphone?

Check that the app sees the correct device and that the microphone is not muted.

2026-07-13
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Open Omarchy’s audio panel with **Super + Ctrl + A** and check the input and mute controls. Test the device in another app to separate an app setting from a system problem. For a USB webcam, reconnect it and confirm the app’s camera permission before gathering diagnostics.

Source: [Omarchy manual](https://omarchy.org/manual/the-top-bar/).

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Published: 2026-07-13T11:20:20+00:00

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