Whatever the problem it might be, and you’ve covered all your basics troubleshooting steps, such as double-checking connectivity and restarting the device, Windows 10 offers a tool to quickly fix many common problems with microphones. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to troubleshoot and fix your microphone when it’s not working on Windows 10.

How to fix microphone problems using Settings

On Windows 10, there are at least two ways to access the troubleshooter to fix microphone problems automatically using the Settings app.

Fix microphone with Sound settings

To resolve microphone issues using Settings, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the troubleshooter should detect and fix the problem with the microphone. Microphone troubleshoot on Sound settings

Fix microphone with Troubleshoot settings

To fix problems with the microphone you can also access the settings from the Troubleshoot page using these steps: After you complete the steps, the microphone should start working again on Windows 10. Microphone troubleshoot on Troubleshoot settings All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.