sound

This tutorial will show you how to find jack information for input and output sound devices in Windows 11. Jack information can help you know which audio jack (port) a microphone, headphones, or speakers is connected. Jack information is useful for helping to distinguish among the jacks that...

This tutorial will show you how to set the default input and output sound device for communication for your account in Windows 11. The default sound output device is the device that Windows uses to play sound. For example, a speaker. The default sound input device is the device that Windows...

This tutorial will show you how to hide or show disconnected input and output sound devices on the Settings > Sound > All sound devices page for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26340.9354 (Experimental 26H2) for Insiders, Microsoft added toggles so that you can choose...

This tutorial will show you how to hide or show unplugged input and output sound devices on the Settings > Sound > All sound devices page for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26340.9354 (Experimental 26H2) for Insiders, Microsoft added toggles so that you can choose...

This tutorial will show you how to hide or show disabled input and output sound devices on the Settings > Sound > All sound devices page for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 26340.9354 (Experimental 26H2) for Insiders, Microsoft added toggles so that you can choose...

This tutorial will show you how to see the date and time of any apps that have accessed and used your microphone in the last 7 days for your account in Windows 11. Many apps and services request and use the microphone, and Windows settings give you control over which apps can use your...

This tutorial will show you how to change adaptive communication sound levels to allow Windows to reduce volume of other sounds when communications activity is detected for your account in Windows 11. Starting with Windows 11 build 29576.1000 (Experimental (Future Platforms) and build...

This tutorial will show you how to change the sample rate and bit depth audio format of a sound device in Windows 11. You can adjust the sample rate and bit depth for both audio output (speakers/headphones) and input (microphones) for sound quality. Sample rate is the Hz frequency of how many...

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable exclusive mode for audio devices in Windows 11. Exclusive mode allows applications to take exclusive control of an audio device, bypassing Windows audio processing and preventing other apps from using the device simultaneously.. You can also...

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable audio hardware acceleration for sound device(s) in Windows 11. Hardware acceleration allows certain audio tasks to be performed on the device or driver itself, freeing up the CPU from intensive work. Starting with Windows 11 build 29576.1000...

This tutorial will show you how to stop or play Spotify audio during a focus session period for your account in Windows 11. Focus is a Windows feature designed to help you stay on task by minimizing distractions. Whether you're working on an important project, studying for an exam, or simply...

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable letting Copilot access the microphone for your account in Windows 11. Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered digital assistant designed to help you with a range of tasks and activities. You can use a microphone connected to your PC to have a...

This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable Bluetooth Absolute Volume for all users in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Absolute Volume is a feature that allows the Windows volume slider to precisely control the local volume of compatible Bluetooth speakers or headphones connected to the...

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off push to talk during a Xbox Party chat for your account in Windows 11. The Xbox app for Windows is where you can go to play and manage PC gaming content on your Windows device. Whether you’re an Xbox Game Pass member, or you’ve bought titles from...

This tutorial will show you how to turn on or off noise suppression during a Xbox Party chat for your account in Windows 11. The Xbox app for Windows is where you can go to play and manage PC gaming content on your Windows device. Whether you’re an Xbox Game Pass member, or you’ve bought titles...

This tutorial will show you how to change the sound input device used by Xbox Party Chat for your account in Windows 11. The Xbox app for Windows is where you can go to play and manage PC gaming content on your Windows device. Whether you’re an Xbox Game Pass member, or you’ve bought titles...

This tutorial will show you how to change the sound output device used by Xbox Party Chat for your account in Windows 11. The Xbox app for Windows is where you can go to play and manage PC gaming content on your Windows device. Whether you’re an Xbox Game Pass member, or you’ve bought titles...

This tutorial will show you how to turn on, off, or adjust the volume levels for Xbox controller navigation sounds for your account in Windows 11. The Xbox app for Windows is where you can go to play and manage PC gaming content on your Windows device. Whether you’re an Xbox Game Pass member...

This tutorial will show you different ways on how to mute or unmute the microphone in Windows 11. A microphone is considered a sound input device in Windows 11. You can mute (off) or unmute (on) your microphone as needed without changing the microphone's volume level or having to enable or...

This tutorial will show you how to change the speed, pitch, and volume of the Narrator voice for your account in Windows 11. Narrator is a screen reader included with Windows 11 that describes what's on your screen. Narrator lets you use your PC without a mouse to complete common tasks if...