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I see a black screen when using the Camera tool.

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Steven Chan
  • February 18, 2021 08:50
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If you can't take a photo with the Camera tool and only see a black screen after tapping on the page with the tool, chances are GoodNotes is not having access to the Camera. Please open the Settings app > Privacy > Camera and enable "GoodNotes."

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