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		jrodthree24 on May 17, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Using a "proper" camera as a webcam Are you actually using the webcam microphone? And does it normally work well for you?

jamescun on May 17, 2022 [–]

Yes, works fine. I'm not sure what it's optimal audio pickup area is, but perched atop my screen ~50cm away from my mouth, I have no issues.

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