The microphone is connected, but does not work in Windows 10

With dedicated microphones, problems rarely arise, but such devices are also subject to failures - for example, they may not work, even if connected and recognized by the computer. Next, we want to introduce you for the reason why the microphone functions incorrectly, and their elimination methods.

Method 1: Mailing on the microphone

It may turn out that the recording device is disabled. Check its condition and enable as follows:

1. Open the "Control Panel" by any convenient way - for example, type the name of the snap in "search" and select the desired result.

   

   Method 2: issuance of permits for microphone control (Windows 10 1803 and newer)

   The users "dozens" 1803 and above may need to additionally issue permissions to control the device for recording. This is done through the "Parameters".

   1. Run "Parameters" by any suitable method - for example, click the PCM on the Start icon, then select the desired option.

   

   2. Find the "Privacy" section and click on it.

   

   3. Using the side menu, open the Microphone item.

   

   4. At the very top of the page there is a section "Allow access to the microphone on this device", see the item with the name "Access to the microphone for this device ...". If it is designated as "off", use the "Edit" button.

      

      Turn the switch to the "On" position.

   

   5. Make sure the "Allow applications access to the microphone" option is also included.

      

      Familiarize yourself with the list of programs that are allowed to enjoy the audio record, and include individually those you need.

   

   Method 3: Deleting OS updates

   Also, the source of failures may be incorrectly installed or problematic update for windows, so it will be reasonable to remove them.

   

   Lesson: Delete updates in Windows 10

   Method 4: Elimination of hardware problems

   Often the connected microphone does not function correctly due to hardware defects with it or a target computer. To identify such problems, follow these steps:

   1. Try connecting the microphone with another PC or laptop, preferably with the exact same version of Windows. If it does not work, most likely, the component is broken and requires replacement or repair.
   2. If on the second PC or laptop, the device functions as it should, check the connection ports (USB or linear outputs) on the main computer. Also, it is recommended for desktop options to connect the periphery to the rear panel, since the front option may not work due to poor contact with the "motherboard".

      Thus, we considered the reasons for which a microphone connected to a computer with Windows 10 may not be recognized, and the methods of eliminating this error indicated.