If multiple microphones or line-in devices are available , select the device you want to use, and then click Set Default. If the device contains a small circle with an arrow pointing down , the device is disabled. Right-click the device, and then select Enable. Click the device name, click Properties , and then click the Levels tab. Look for any muted icons , and then click the icon to unmute the device. Speak into the microphone or start the line-in audio device, and then view the gray bars next to the device name on the Recording tab.
Never turn up volume more than half way to maximum. If the bars change to green , the device is detected but you might need to adjust the playback sound settings. Click the Playback tab, select the device used to hear audio, click Properties , adjust volume and mute settings on the Levels tab, and then test the microphone or line-in device.
If the bars remain gray , test the device on another computer or audio device. If this test fails, the device could be damaged or faulty. If the device works with another computer or audio device , continue to the next step. Step 3: Check the device connection Confirm the correct port is used for the connector type on the microphone or line-in device.
Identify the connector type on your microphone or line-in device. Most devices have either a USB connector or a pin connector.
There are two types of pin connectors. Four-pin connector: Voice and audio devices such as a headset. Identify the compatible computer port for the device. Look for the following icons or color-coded ports. If after updating your sound drivers your microphone is still not working, take your device and try plugging it into another computer if you have access to one. This will eliminate the possibility that your actual hardware device is damaged.
Make sure the microphone you are trying to use is set as your default audio input device in Windows. To check, follow the steps below:. Details required :. Cancel Submit. Hi, With the description, I understand that the Microphone is not working on your Windows 7 machine. Right click on the setup file of the driver and select Properties 2. Select Compatibility Tab 3. Place a check mark next to Run this program in Compatibility mode and select the operating system accordingly from the drop down list eg: Windows Vista 4.
How satisfied are you with this reply? Thanks for your feedback, it helps us improve the site. In reply to A. User's post on July 18, This is so frustrating :. In reply to soshibo's post on July 19, Hi, I apologize for the inconvenience.
User's post on July 20, Troubleshooter did not work. In reply to soshibo's post on July 20, Temporarily unplug the Y jack to see if it is interfering with Microphone function. Then if it doesn't work fully, again run the Recording troubleshooter. Does the microphone work on another PC? What are its Property settings there? Thanks for the reply! Hey everyone, Thanks for all the help After allowing access to the microphone, you can choose which Microsoft Store apps can access these features under Choose which Microsoft Store apps can access your microphone , and give access to non-Microsoft-Store desktop apps by ensuring that the switch beneath Allow desktop apps to access your microphone is set to On.
In Input , ensure your microphone is selected in Choose your input device. To test your microphone, speak into it and check Test your microphone to make sure Windows is hearing you. In Input , ensure your microphone is selected under Choose your input device , then select Device Properties. Speak into your microphone while checking under Test your microphone to make sure your settings work.
If you see the line moving from left to right, your microphone is working. If you see no change, the microphone is not picking up sound. If Skype is not open, select Start , then Skype to open it. Under Speakers , make sure your preferred speaker or headset is selected.
Microsoft accessories Windows 10 Windows 8. Make sure apps have access to the microphone If your microphone isn't detected after updating Windows 11, you may need to give your apps permission to use it. Others can't hear me Try the following solutions: If your headset has a Mute button, make sure it isn't active.
Make sure that your microphone or headset is connected correctly to your computer. The microphone volume is too low or does not appear to be working at all Try the following solutions: Make sure that the microphone or headset is connected correctly to your computer.
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