Tired of using the crappy, built-in microphone of your Windows laptop?
Well, you’re free to easily buy an external mic and stop sounding like a damn robot.
Lets dive into this article & find out, shall we?
But before that, youll need to turn on the microphone, especially if youre using an external one.
To enable & set the default mic, go toControl Panel>Hardware & Sound>Sound.
Now navigate to theRecordingtab & right-tap on the microphone that you want to enable & set as default.
Now grab the microphone again & click onSet Default.
Below I have shortlisted some alternate methods to enable and set the default microphone on your Windows 10 PC.
Although, you might need to install corresponding 3rd party software for some external microphones.
Personally, I prefer using equipment Manager to enable my computers microphone as its a more straightforward/foolproof method.
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Otherwise, all your voice inputs will be received from another microphone which is set as default.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set my headset mic as default?
To set your headset mic as default, right-choose the sound icon from the taskbar and selectRecording devices.
Now select your headset mic and clickSet Default.
If the headset mic is disabled, right-punch it and selectEnable.
How do I test my microphone?
you’re able to test your microphone fromSettings>System>Sound>Input>Test your microphone.
Conclusion
Thats about it.
I hope this write-up has provided all the information you were looking for.
verify to keep the microphone/audio drivers up to date to avoid facing any issues.
Have a great day!
