How to Fix Camera Failed to Start Several Times

The error “Camera” failed to start several times. Restore it by clearing its history?” is a common issue that occurs on Android phones. This error is generated when opening the Camera app, where the app fails to launch and crashes.

When this issue occurs, the Camera app displays the error message: “Camera failed to start several times. Restore it by clearing its history?”

So, if you encounter this error, how can you fix it and make your Camera app work as usual? Let’s find out.

Fix Camera Failed to Start Several Times

When the “Camera failed to start several times. Restore it by clearing its history?” error appears, it can usually be fixed by selecting the Clear Now option in the popup. However, sometimes, even after selecting Clear Now, the issue persists. When you try to launch the Camera app again, the same error may still appear for some users.

If the error continues even after selecting Clear Now, you may need to retry selecting it multiple times until the error disappears. After a few attempts, the Camera app should return to normal and start running properly.

Once the Camera app successfully launches for the first time after tapping Clear Now, it will display a camera description. Here, you need to tap OK to proceed with using the Camera app.

If, even after multiple attempts, the Camera app still does not launch and continues to show the same error, you may try the alternative fixes mentioned below.

Restart Phone

A simple restart can help fix errors in the Camera app that may be interfering with its functionality. Try restarting your phone, and after the restart, check if the Camera app launches successfully. If it does, then this fix has worked for you. If not, proceed to the next solution.

Clear Data and Cache

Clearing the Camera app’s data and cache can sometimes fix errors affecting its functionality. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open your phone’s Settings.
2. Tap on Apps.
3. If you see the Camera app listed, tap on it. If not, tap on See all apps.
4. The See all apps page will display all the apps installed on your phone. Scroll down and locate the Camera app.
5. Tap on the Camera app.
6. Under App Info, tap on Storage & cache.
7. On the next page, tap Clear storage and Clear cache.
8. After clearing both, try launching the Camera app.

Your Camera app should now be back to normal.

System Update

Sometimes, a bug in your system software can cause the Camera app to crash or generate errors. If a software update is available, updating your phone to the latest version may resolve the issue.

To update your system software, follow these steps:

1. Ensure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi or Mobile Data (if you have an active data plan).
2. Open Settings.
3. Scroll down and tap on System update.
4. Your phone will check for available updates. If an update is available, proceed with the installation.

Once the update is downloaded and installed, try opening the Camera app.

If the Camera app launches successfully, the issue was likely caused by a bug in your system firmware, which has now been fixed by the update.

Reset Phone(Factory Reset)

If your Camera app still doesn’t launch and continues to display the same error, the next step is to reset your phone. However, before proceeding, it is important to back up your data to avoid losing important files.

Once you have backed up your phone, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap on System.
3. Select Reset options.
4. Tap on Erase all data (factory reset).
5. A confirmation message will appear, warning that this action will erase all data and settings from your phone.
6. To proceed, tap Erase all data.

The reset process may take several minutes to complete. Once done, your phone will restart, and you will be taken to the setup page, just like when you first set up your device.

After completing the setup, try launching the Camera app. If it works, then the issue has been resolved.

Flashing Your Phone (If Factory Reset Fails)

If the Camera app still doesn’t work even after a factory reset, the next and more advanced step is flashing your phone. This involves reinstalling the phone’s firmware.

You have two options:

• Flash your phone yourself by downloading the necessary firmware from the official website and following the instructions.
• Visit a service center if you’re unsure or worried about damaging your phone during the process.

Flashing your phone should resolve any deep-rooted software issues preventing the Camera app from functioning properly.