Fix sound or audio problems in Windows - Microsoft Support Run the Windows audio troubleshooter If you are using a Windows 11 device, start by running the automated audio troubleshooter in the Get Help app It will automatically run diagnostics and attempt to fix most audio problems If you are using an older version of Windows or a mobile device, please skip to General troubleshooting steps
Fix audio issues when no sound plays from speakers or headphones in . . . Solution 4 Run the automated Audio troubleshooter If you are using a Windows 11 device, start by running the automated Audio troubleshooter in the Get Help app It will automatically run diagnostics and attempt to fix this audio problem
Windows troubleshooters - Microsoft Support Windows Media Player troubleshooter Windows Update troubleshooter View troubleshooter results After you run any troubleshooter, Get Help provides details on any findings and suggestions for possible remedies If one of these resolves your problem, close the app and continue working Related topics Running troubleshooters in Get Help
Fix audio stops working after a Windows update in Windows If audio stops working after installing a Windows update, incompatible or partially installed audio drivers can prevent Windows audio services from working correctly Use the steps below to restore sound
Fix microphone problems - Microsoft Support Here's how to do this in Windows 11: Select Start > Settings > System > Sound In Input, go to Choose a device for speaking or recording and select the device to use To test your microphone, select > to the right of the device On the properties page, select Start test under Microphone test and speak into the microphone
Update Audio drivers in Windows - Microsoft Support Download the latest audio driver for Windows 10 Install the driver by following the provided instructions Restart your PC If updating the audio driver doesn’t resolve the issue, see Fix sound or audio problems in Windows for further troubleshooting steps, including reinstalling the audio driver or running the built‑in audio troubleshooter
Fix distorted or crackling audio in Windows - Microsoft Support If audio sounds distorted, crackling, or poor quality in Windows 11, audio enhancements, unsupported audio formats, driver issues, or stopped audio services may be affecting sound output Use the steps below to restore clear audio
Fix low or quiet sound in Windows - Microsoft Support After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10 Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11