A microphone is a significant input device, and it prevents your audio from being used for any purposes other than what is intended. As an input, the program listens to your voice and then outputs it through the speakers or headphones. However, many people are unaware of how to configure and use this device properly. In this article, I’ll explain how to set up your microphone on your Windows 11/10 PC
You can use the Microphone Setup Wizard to set up a Microphone in Windows. After connecting the Microphone to the computer, Windows will install the required drivers and complete the setup process using the Microphone Setup Wizard.
How To Set Up a Microphone in Windows 11/10
You have a choice of connecting the microphone either by plugging it into the computer (Wired Microphone) or by using Bluetooth to connect it to the laptop (Wireless Microphone). Once you connect the Microphone to your computer, Microsoft Windows automatically searches and installs the drivers required for the Microphone to function correctly.
Using the Windows Microphone Setup Wizard, you need to install the microphone drivers before beginning the setup process. Windows 11/10 will not install the required drivers unless you download them to your computer from the manufacturer’s website. Follow these methods to set up your microphone:
- Connect Microphone to Computer
- Setup Microphone in Windows 10
- Test & Configure the Microphone
Let’s work out with every step one by one.
1] Connect Microphone to PC
Plug the microphone into the computer’s Audio Port if it is a wired microphone. You need to follow the steps given below if you are using a Wireless Microphone:
- To add a Bluetooth device, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth and other devices and click on the Add Bluetooth or any other device option.
- Turn Bluetooth ON if it is not already.
- On the Add Device screen > Select the Bluetooth option, and the computer will automatically search for your Bluetooth Microphone.
- Depending on your device, you may need to press the pair button to allow the Microphone to be detected.
- As soon as Windows detects your microphone, click on your Microphone and allow Windows to install the required drivers.
- You can exit the screen after adding the Microphone by clicking Done.
As you connect your Microphone, move on with the setup procedure.
2] Setup Microphone in Windows
Upon connecting your Microphone to the PC for the first time, you must complete the setup process. Follow these steps to do so:
- Go to Settings > System > Sound > scroll down in the right-pane and click on Sound Control Panel link or More sound settings.
- On the pop-up window, click on the Recording tab > Select your Microphone > Click on Configure.
- On the next screen, click on the Setup Microphone option to open the Microphone Setup Wizard.
- On the Microphone Setup Wizard screen, select the Type of Microphone that you have and click on the Next button.
- On the next screen, read & understand the tips for using your Microphone and click on Next.
- Once you’ve read the displayed sentence in your native voice, click the Next button.
- To complete the microphone setup, click the Finish button.
If you could not hear your Microphone, it was probably muted or picked up your sound through another Microphone. It is in such cases that you will need to repeat the above steps after unmuting the Microphone.
3] Test & Configure the Microphone
Having completed the setup process, you may want to test the Microphone to ensure it works properly.
- Go to Settings > System > Sound > scroll down in the right-pane and click on Sound Control Panel link under Related Settings.
- Choose the Recording tab > Speak in your voice, and green bars should appear as you speak.
Green bars are not visible when the recording device is not functioning. If that is the case, you may have to update your drivers and restart the installation.
In Windows 11, you can go to Settings (Win + I) > System > Sound. Set the format, input volume, and toggle on the Enhance audio.
If you want to test the Microphone, click on the Start test button and speak something. Once you are done, click on Stop test. The wizard will reveal the percentage of total volume the microphone picked up.
Why Is My Mic Not Working on PC?
Please ensure that your microphone isn’t muted. Muting the microphone or setting the volume to a minimum can also cause a ‘microphone problem. You can check this by right-clicking the speaker icon in the Taskbar and selecting Recording devices.
Check to see if the microphone issue persists.
Fix Windows Not Detecting Headphones
Follow these steps to fix your computer not detecting headphones:
- Right-click on the Start button > Select Run.
- Type Control Panel then press Enter to open it > Select Hardware and Sound.
- Find Realtek HD Audio Manager > Click on it > Go to Connector settings.
- Click Disable front panel jack detection to check the box.
How Do I Fix My Microphone on Windows?
The following steps will guide you through the process in Windows:
- Click on the Start button > Select Settings > System > Sound.
- In Input, be sure to select your microphone under Choose your input device.
- If you want to make sure Windows hears you, you can speak into the microphone and check under Test your microphone.
How Can I Test My Mic?
You can determine whether your mic is working in Windows XP by following these steps:
- Install the microphone, and it will all be nice and snug.
- Open the Control Panel’s Sounds > Click on the Audio Devices icon > Click on the Voice tab.
- Click the Test Hardware button > Click the Next button.
Now, speak into the microphone to test the volume.
I hope this post will help you know how to set up a Microphone in Windows. It is applicable for both Windows 11 and Windows 10.
