how can i capture image from webcam in php?

[anindya23]

i want to develop a test site that will capture image using webcam with one button click and save it.
i dont expect complete source code but if anyone can give me basic concept in detail to do this,it would be a great help for me.
Thanx in advance.
Anindya

[Apollo]

Can't be done. PHP runs server side, while most webcams work at the client's side

Try something else, like java(script), ajax, etc, i.e. stuff that works client side.

[thinsoldier]

I believe flash has features for using the client's webcam and microphone.

[Sindarin]

Yes, you can do it either with a Java applet or Flash movie,

http://livedocs.adobe.com/fms/2/docs/ww ... 00526.html

[jezzicaz789]

Yes, you can do it either with a Java applet or Flash movie,

http://livedocs.adobe.com/fms/2/docs/ww ... 00526.html

Such a very amazing link! Thanks you for the post.

[Forumguru]

Can't be done. PHP runs server side, while most webcams work at the client's side

Try something else, like java(script), ajax, etc, i.e. stuff that works client side.

Capturing the images directly from Web Cam through PHP designed Website is always a thrilling dream for me too. But thanks for your info, that it can't be done as PHP runs server side. I think Java Script can solve the issue to capturing image through web Cam.

[Sindarin]

Javascript doesn't provide any functions to interact with devices apart from the keyboard and mouse. So plugins like Flash are your best bet for the moment.
Who knows, maybe in HTML6 there will be a way.