How to Switch Camera on Discord Mobile During a Call

To switch camera on Discord mobile during a video call, tap the arrow icon next to the call panel menu buttons to access "Advanced In-Call Options," then modify "What camera you're using" to toggle between your front and rear cameras. This is the only method available, there is no permanent setting in the app's preferences to switch cameras before joining a call.

What you need to know about your Discord mobile camera

Discord mobile does not have a built-in setting to horizontally flip or un-mirror your camera's self-preview. The camera switch feature only changes which physical camera your device uses (front or back), not the orientation of the video feed. Community feedback on Discord's support site indicates a long-standing user request for a flip or rotate video feature, highlighting its current absence. Understanding this distinction sets accurate expectations: you can switch between cameras, but you cannot mirror or un-mirror your own preview.

How to switch between front and back cameras on Discord mobile

The process is identical on Android and iOS devices. Follow these steps during any video call:

Join or start a video call within a Discord server or direct message.
Tap the arrow icon next to the call panel menu buttons at the bottom of the screen. This opens "Advanced In-Call Options."
Within these options, locate the setting to modify "What camera you're using."
Tap it to toggle between your device's front-facing and rear-facing cameras. The switch takes effect immediately.

You can flip cameras as many times as needed during a call without interrupting the conversation. The camera icon visible on the main call screen does not directly switch cameras, it only opens or closes your video feed. The arrow icon and "Advanced In-Call Options" are the correct path for camera switching.

Why does my self-preview look mirrored on Discord mobile?

The camera preview you see of yourself on Discord mobile is mirrored by design, similar to looking into a physical mirror. This is intentional so that your movements feel natural to you during the call, raising your right hand appears to raise your right hand on screen. Other participants in your video call will see your video feed in the correct, unmirrored orientation. There is no setting to change this self-preview behavior, and it does not affect how others perceive your video.

Troubleshooting camera issues on Discord mobile

If the camera switch does not work or your video appears stuck, try these steps in order:

Check camera permissions: Ensure Discord mobile has camera access enabled in your device's app permissions settings. On iOS, go to Settings > Discord > Camera and toggle it on. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Discord > Permissions and enable Camera.
Restart the app and device: Close Discord completely, restart your mobile device, then open Discord again and join a call to test the switch.
Update Discord mobile: Check your device's app store for any available Discord updates and install them.
Clear app cache (Android): Go to Settings > Apps > Discord > Storage and tap "Clear Cache." On iOS, offloading the app (Settings > General > iPhone Storage > Discord > Offload App) and reinstalling it can have a similar effect.
Known iOS bug: Some iOS users have reported issues where the camera might not switch back to the front-facing camera or where the video orientation gets stuck, which appear to be bugs. If the camera switch does not work, ending the call and starting a new one often resolves it temporarily. Discord's support team is aware of these reports.
Reinstall Discord mobile: If no other solution works, uninstall Discord, restart your device, and reinstall the app from your app store.

For persistent issues beyond these steps, Discord user and server management resources are available through Discord's official support channels, which can provide further assistance for account-specific or server-specific problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I switch cameras before joining a Discord mobile call?

No. The camera switch option is only available during an active video call through "Advanced In-Call Options." You cannot preset which camera to use before connecting.

Does flipping the camera affect how others see my video?

No. Switching cameras only changes which physical camera your device uses. Other participants always see your video in the correct, unmirrored orientation regardless of which camera you select.

Why is the camera switch option grayed out or missing?

This usually happens if your device lacks a rear camera (common on some tablets) or if Discord does not have camera permissions. Check your device's camera hardware and app permissions.