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How to set up and test microphones in Windows 10

Applies to: Windows 10

To install a new microphone, follow these steps: 

1. Make sure your microphone is connected to your PC.

2. Select Start   > Settings  > System > Sound.

3. In Sound settings, go to Input > Choose your input device, and then select the microphone
or recording device you want to use.  

To test a microphone that has already been installed:

1. Make sure your microphone is connected to your PC.

2. Select Start   > Settings  > System > Sound.

3. In Sound settings, go to Input > Test your microphone and look for the blue bar that rises
and falls as you speak into your microphone. If the bar is moving, your microphone is
working properly. 

4. If you aren't seeing the bar move, select Troubleshoot to fix your microphone.

Open Settings
 Last Updated: Apr 24, 2020

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