How to look better on webcam — tips for the average person to look better and more professional

Tom's Hardware says better webcam appearance comes more from settings and lighting than from buying pricey 4K gear.

A narrower field of view, manual exposure, and manual white balance can make video calls look more polished.

Good lighting matters most, with simple three-point lighting often delivering a bigger upgrade than a new webcam.

The tips apply across common meeting apps like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet.