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https://github.com/kimiaak/webcam-scripts


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# webcam-scripts

This repository contains Python scripts that use OpenCV to help users identify and test webcams connected to their computer. These scripts can detect active camera indices and display a live feed, helping diagnose common issues with webcam connectivity and functionality.

## Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have met the following requirements:
- Python 3.x installed
- OpenCV library installed, which can be installed via pip:
```bash
pip install opencv-python


### 4. Installation and Setup
Provide instructions on how to clone the repository and set up the environment.

### Example:
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## Installation

Clone this repository to your local machine using:

```bash
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/webcam-scripts.git

cd webcam-scripts

### 5. Usage
Explain how to run the scripts and what each script does.

### Example:
```markdown
## Usage

The repository includes the following scripts:

- `find.py`: This script scans for all connected webcams and prints out their indices. To run the script, use:

```bash
python3 find.py

python3 camera-script.py

Press 'q' to quit the video feed window.

### 6. Contributing
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## Contributing

Contributions are what make the open-source community such an amazing place to learn, inspire, and create. Any contributions you make are **greatly appreciated**.

If you have a suggestion that would make this better, please fork the repo and create a pull request. You can also simply open an issue with the tag "enhancement".
Don't forget to give the project a star! Thanks again!