How to Fix the "Camera Cannot Be Turned On" Issue on a Galaxy Phone: Simple and Effective Steps

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If your Galaxy phone displays "Cannot launch the camera," the issue may be due to a temporary error in the camera app. Follow the steps below to delete the app data, restart your phone, or perform a camera check using Samsung Members.

Deleting Camera App Data

This issue may occur due to a temporary error in the camera app. Deleting the app data can help restore normal operation.

Note: Deleting the camera app data will reset all camera settings to their defaults. Photos and videos will not be deleted.

1. Go to Settings > Select Apps.
   
   
2. Select Camera.
   
   
3. Select Storage.
   
   
4. Select Clear Data.
   
   
5. Select Delete.
   
   

 

Restart Your Phone

A temporary error in the camera app may prevent it from working properly. Restart your phone from the Power menu and check if the camera works normally.

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen > Tap the Power icon.
   
   
2. Select Restart.
   
   

 

Perform a Camera Diagnosis in Samsung Members

If the issue persists, check the camera function using the Samsung Members app.

Check Your Galaxy Phone Using the Samsung Members App

To test a specific component:

1. Open the Samsung Members app > Select Support.
   
   
2. Tap Phone Diagnostics > Select Camera.
   
   
3. Check the result.

By following these tips and guidelines, you can easily resolve the "Cannot launch the camera" issue and smoothly use your Galaxy phone.