Windows – How to access webcam from VirtualBox

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I have installed windows XP on Apple MacBook Pro using VirtualBox. Here I want to access webcam from installed windows XP using VirtualBox. Is it possible? If yes, How to do this?

Best Answer

If your webcam is connected with USB, you can connect from Windows XP.

  1. Confirm your virtual machine settings that Enable USB Controller is checked.
  2. Start your virtual machine.
  3. Follow your menu Device -> USB Device and you will find your webcam.