WebRTC·WebRTC essentials

Media

getUserMedia captures camera and microphone.

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  • Request permission.
  • Stop tracks when done.
  • Handle denial gracefully.

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getUserMedia captures camera and microphone.

  • Request permission.
  • Stop tracks when done.
  • Handle denial gracefully.
media.jsJavaScript
const stream = await navigator.mediaDevices.getUserMedia({ video: true, audio: true })
video.srcObject = stream
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