5 Ways to Fix Google Meet Video Not Working on Android

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Try These Things First

Fix 1: Turn off Limit Data Usage in the Meet App

Google Meet has a built-in data limit feature that must be disabled if you are connected to cellular data, otherwise you might encounter issues while using the app. To disable this feature:

Step 1:Open theMeet appand tap on thehamburger iconat the top-left corner.

Step 2:Tap onSettings>Metting settings.

Step 3:Turn off the toggle forLimit data usage.

Try starting a video call and see if the problem is solved.

Fix 2: Allow Unrestricted Battery Usage for Google Meet

While low power mode on your Android device can help you conserve battery life, it inadvertently limits the operation of several apps in the background, potentially causing issues with Google Meet functionality.

If you wish to maintain the use of low power mode while ensuring Google Meet works smoothly, follow these steps to enable unrestricted battery usage for the Google Meet app:

Step 1:Long-press theGoogle Meet iconon your Android phone and selectApp info.

Step 2:ChooseBattery saver> opt forNo restrictions.

Fix 3: Allow Google Meet to Access the Camera

If Google Meet video is still not working, check the camera access for the app on your Android phone. Here’s how to check and reactivate it.

Step 1:Long-press theGoogle Meet icon> selectApp info> chooseApp permissions.

Step 2:ChooseCamera.

Step 3:SelectAllow only while using the app.

Fix 4: Use Google Meet From the Gmail App

When none of the solutions work, the last resort is to use Google Meet from the Gmail app on your Android. Here’s how:

Step 1:Open theGmail appon your Android phone and tap theMeet iconat the bottom right.

You can now start a meeting or join with a code.

Like in the Google Meet app, ensure that Limit data usage is disabled for the Gmail app. Here’s how to check the same.

Step 1:In the Gmail app, tap on thehamburger iconat the top left and selectSettings.

Step 2:Select theemail accountto start the Google Meet video.

Step 3:Uncheck the box forLimit data usage.

Also Read:How to share screen on Google Meet and other tricks

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Last updated on 04 September, 2024

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