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How to Test Your Microphone on Windows 11 [5 Tips]
Use the Settings app to test the audio
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Updated onFebruary 25, 2024
updated onFebruary 25, 2024
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Whether preparing for an importantvideo conference, recording voiceovers, or engaging in online gaming, these tips will help you optimize your microphone settings and troubleshoot any potential issues.
In this guide, we provide you with a set of expert tips and step-by-step instructions on how to test your microphone effectively.
What can I do to test my microphone on Windows 11?
Before you move to the steps to test your microphone, let us consider performing these checks:
Once you are through these preliminary checks, let us move on to the methods.
1. Use the Settings app to test sound
Windows will show you the results; if the test result is above 50%, then the microphone is functioning properly. However, if it is lower, adjust the Input volume using the slider to increase it and test again.
2. Use the Control Panel to check the sound settings
3. Use an inbuilt recorder app
4. Use an online website
5. Use a video conference app
You can alsotest your call on Teamsif you don’t have Zoom installed. If you think you have notenabled and set up your microphoneon Windows 11 correctly, we advise you to check this guide to know the right steps.
So, these are some methods to test your microphone on Windows 11. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to mention them in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
