✅ Common Causes and Fixes

What Might Be WrongWhat You Can Do
LED or tube lights directly overheadShift your position or move the light source so it’s not shining directly on your face.
Monitor brightness is too highLower your screen brightness to reduce white-wash and facial glare.
Wearing glasses with reflective coatingTilt your screen slightly or adjust lighting to avoid reflections on your lenses.
Light source is behind youSit facing the light source, never with it behind you.
Uneven lighting from one sideUse balanced lighting from both sides of your face to avoid shadow patches.

📚 Additional Troubleshooting

Try these before starting your test:
  • Use warm, soft light (like a desk lamp pointed at the wall) instead of white LED spotlights
  • Place your monitor slightly lower or at face level to minimize screen glare
  • Run the system check and webcam preview to spot glare issues in advance

🌐 Final Check: Check for Glare

Before beginning:
  • Open your webcam preview
  • Look for white spots, reflection on your skin or glasses, or dark shadows
  • Adjust your screen or lighting until your entire face is evenly lit and glare-free