How to Unflip Your Camera in Microsoft Teams Meetings
You may notice your camera image looks flipped when you join a Microsoft Teams meeting. This often confuses people, especially when you see mirrored text or visuals in your self-view. Many users wonder if others see the same reversed image. You want your video to show up correctly, so you need clear steps to fix it. Whether you use Teams for school or work, you can follow simple solutions to make sure your camera appears as you expect.
Key Takeaways
Microsoft Teams mirrors your video only for you. This helps your view feel normal. Other people see your video the correct way.
You can turn 'Mirror My Video' on or off in Teams. This changes how your preview looks. It does not change what others see.
You can use camera apps or other tools like OBS Studio. These can flip your video for everyone. This is helpful when you show text or signs.
Check your camera settings before meetings. Update Teams to stop flipped images. Test your video in the Green room.
If you still have problems, turn off GPU hardware acceleration. You can also ask support for help. This keeps your video clear and professional.
Microsoft Teams Camera Flip
Self-View vs. Others’ View
When you join a meeting, you see your video in a small window. This window looks like a mirror. You might see words or backgrounds look backward. Many people think everyone else sees this flipped video too.
Tip: Only your self-view is mirrored. Other people see your video the right way.
You can use "Pin for me" to make your video bigger for yourself. This only changes what you see. It does not change what others see. You can also unpin your video or move it on your screen. These changes only happen on your device. If someone uses "Spotlight," it makes a video bigger for everyone. But it does not flip the video.
Pinning your video changes your view only.
Unpinning or moving your video does not change others’ view.
Spotlighting makes a video bigger for all but keeps it the right way.
This setup lets you control your own meeting view. It does not change what others see.
Why the Image Is Mirrored
Microsoft Teams mirrors your video to feel normal. Most people are used to seeing themselves in a mirror. When you move your right hand, your reflection moves its right hand too. Teams copies this so you can fix your look easily.
The mirror effect is only in your preview window.
The software does the mirroring, not your camera or other apps.
Other people always see your video the right way.
This helps you feel comfortable in meetings.
Some people get confused by the mirrored view. This happens when they hold up notes or objects. You might worry your notes look backward to others. But Microsoft Teams sends the right image to everyone else. This is true on laptops, desktops, and tablets. Changing device settings or updating the app does not change this feature.
Note: There is no official way in Microsoft Teams to turn off the mirrored self-view. If you want this feature, you can send feedback through the Microsoft feedback portal.
You can trust that your audience sees your video the way you want. The mirrored preview is just for you.
Teams Settings
Mirror My Video Option
You can control how your camera image appears in Microsoft Teams by using the "Mirror My Video" option. This feature lets you see your video as a mirror image, which feels natural when you move or gesture. For example, if you raise your left hand, it looks like your left hand in the preview. This helps you interact with your video feed more easily.
Tip: The "Mirror My Video" setting only changes your self-view. Other people in the meeting always see your video in the correct orientation.
Some users find the mirrored preview confusing, especially when showing text or graphics. If you hold up a sign or write on a whiteboard, the words may look backward to you. You can turn off mirroring so your self-view matches what others see. This is helpful for teachers, presenters, or anyone sharing written information. The setting stays the same for future meetings until you change it again.
Microsoft Teams added this feature after many users asked for it. Teachers and professionals wanted more control over their video preview. You can vote for new features or changes on the Microsoft feedback forum.
Adjusting Device Settings
You can adjust your camera settings before or during a meeting. Follow these steps to find and change the "Mirror My Video" option:
Before a meeting:
Open Microsoft Teams and sign in.
Click the menu next to your profile picture.
Select "Settings."
Go to the "Devices" section.
Find "Video settings" and look for "Mirror your video."
Toggle the option to flip your camera image as needed.
During a meeting:
Join a meeting or call.
Click on "Settings and more" (the three dots).
Go to "Video effects and settings."
Find "Mirror your video" and switch it on or off.
Note: These steps only change your preview. If you use an external webcam, make sure it is connected before adjusting settings. You can also change other camera options like brightness and resolution.
If you want everyone to see a flipped image, you need to use special software like OBS or adjust your webcam driver settings. Most users only need to change the preview for themselves.
Camera and Software Solutions
Camera App Settings
You can use camera software to change your video before it goes to Microsoft Teams. Many camera apps let you flip or mirror your video. For example, YouCam is a free tool that lets you do this. Open YouCam and go to the settings. Uncheck the "Flip horizontally" box. Now your text and pictures will look correct. After you set up YouCam, pick it as your camera in Teams. Your video will now look right for everyone.
Other camera apps like Logitech Capture, FineCam, and OBS Studio let you change your camera feed too. In OBS Studio, add your webcam as a Video Capture Device. Use the Transform menu to flip your video. FineCam has a Transform panel. You can flip, turn, or zoom your webcam image there. These tools work with many video apps, not just Teams.
Tip: The Windows Camera app does not let you flip or mirror your video. You need other software to do this.
Third-Party Tools
Sometimes you need more control than Teams or your camera app gives you. Third-party tools can help fix flipped or mirrored video. For example, if you use an IPEVO document camera, run the IPEVO Visualizer software. Then share your screen in Teams instead of using the camera. This way, your video shows up the right way.
Try built-in settings and check your camera first. If your video still looks flipped for everyone, use third-party tools like OBS Studio or webcam utilities. These tools help when you need to show words, drawings, or papers clearly.
Use third-party tools if:
Built-in settings do not fix the problem.
You need to flip or turn your video for special talks.
Your camera drivers or software do not give enough control.
If you want your video to look perfect in every meeting, these camera and software solutions let you change your video before anyone else sees it.
Troubleshooting
Mirrored Text Issues
Sometimes, you might see words or pictures look backward in your self-view during a Teams meeting. This can make it tough to show notes, worksheets, or signs to others. If the mirrored image stays, you can try a few things to fix it.
Open Teams and click your profile picture.
Go to Settings and pick General.
Turn on 'Disable GPU hardware acceleration'.
Restart Teams to check if it helps.
Some webcam programs do not let you flip or mirror your video. For example, people with HP laptops found that HP Wide Vision HD Control does not let you flip the image back. If your camera app does not have this choice, you might need to use other software or change settings in Teams.
Tip: Always look at your camera preview before you share text or pictures. If you see backward words, hold up your notes and ask a friend to check how they look on their screen.
External Webcam Tips
External webcams can sometimes make your video look flipped in Teams. You can follow these steps to help your camera work right:
Check your device’s camera settings. On iPad, go to Settings > Camera and turn off 'Mirror Front Camera'.
In Teams, make sure the right camera is picked under Settings > Camera.
Turn your device to see if the camera view changes.
Restart Teams and your device to refresh the camera.
Update Teams and your device’s system to the newest versions.
Reset camera settings in Teams to default if you still have problems.
On Windows, you can turn on 'Automatically adjust camera controls' in Teams settings. If you use more than one screen, check your monitor’s resolution and direction. Strange settings can make your camera flip the image.
Note: Before each meeting, check your camera view. Use the Green room in Teams to test your video and sound. This helps you find problems early and makes sure your video looks right.
If you use Teams Rooms, pick certified cameras for the best results. Set up your devices to fit your meeting needs. This helps you avoid tech problems and keeps your meetings looking good.
You can control how your camera looks in Microsoft Teams. Check your device settings and Teams settings.
Turn the mirror or flip option on or off if you need to.
If the problem does not go away, ask Microsoft Support for help.
Showing a clear video helps you look professional.
Keep checking for new Teams updates. Microsoft listens to what users say about camera mirroring. Most people do not need to worry. Others see your video the correct way.
FAQ
Why does my video look backward in Microsoft Teams?
You see a mirrored image in your preview. Teams does this so you feel comfortable, like looking in a mirror. Other people see your video the correct way.
Can I turn off the mirrored self-view in Teams?
Yes, you can. Go to Teams settings, find "Mirror my video," and turn it off. This changes only your preview. Others still see your video the right way.
Will meeting participants see my text or signs backward?
No, they will not. Teams sends your video in the correct orientation. If you hold up a sign, others will read it normally, even if it looks backward to you.
What should I do if my camera image is flipped for everyone?
Check your camera software or use a third-party tool like OBS Studio. Make sure Teams settings are correct. If the problem continues, update your camera drivers or contact support.
Do external webcams work differently with Teams?
Most external webcams work the same as built-in cameras. You can adjust settings in Teams or your webcam software. Always test your camera before meetings to make sure your video looks right.