camera input capture="environment" not working in webapp

August 28, 2023

Android web app

The user sets the front camera mode while using the camera app
After entering the web app, click capture="environment" input

this is my code

<input
  ref="refPhoto"
  type="file"
  accept="image/gif,image/jpeg,image/jpg,image/png,image/heic"
  name="input_file"
  enctype="multipart/form-data"
  capture="environment"
  @change="photoInput"
/>

Front camera exposure, not rear camera

>Solution :

Unfortunately, the capture attribute doesn’t directly control which camera to use; it’s mostly used for specifying media types and capture sources.

If you’re facing an issue with camera exposure, it could be due to various reasons, including browser-specific behaviors, device compatibility, and camera permissions.
Here’s an example of how you might use the getUserMedia API to access the camera:

navigator.mediaDevices.getUserMedia({ video: { facingMode: "environment" } })
  .then(stream => {
    // Use the camera stream in your app
  })
  .catch(error => {
    console.error("Error accessing camera:", error);
  });

Remember to handle permissions, error messages, and any other necessary features when using the getUserMedia API.