Most of the time, its something you feel embarrassed about not checking in the first place.

But there are also built-in tools that you might use to try and fix the issue.

Lets see what tips you’ve got the option to use to get your computers sound working again.

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Ensure the cables are correctly connected since they may get lose if you move your machine while cleaning.

Maybe you turned down the volume and forgot about it.

At the bottom right, youre going to see a speaker icon.

No volume Windows 11

If there is no sound, the speaker icon will have an X next to it.

If you dont see the machine you prefer, press the Add machine option to add it.

you might try restarting your setup if the sound problem comes after an update.

Sound Settings in Windows 11

you’ve got the option to also try connecting the speakers to another unit or computer.

This is to rule out that the faulty equipment is the speaker, not your gear.

To use the recommended volumes for everything, snag the Reset button at the bottom.

Volume Mixer settings in Windows 11

To pair your Bluetooth speakers or any equipment, go to Setting by pressing the Windows + I keys.

In configs, go to Bluetooth and devices.

At the top, youll see what devices you have already paired.

Pair Bluetooth device Windows 11

If you dont see your unit, smack the plus icon and choose Bluetooth.

Bluetooth option from Add a gadget

Your Windows computer will start to look for your gadget.

Could the Tab With the Video be Muted?

UnMute Tab Windows 11

Maybe the reason that youre not hearing anything is that the tab with the video is muted.

it’s possible for you to tell the tab/site is muted since a speaker icon will be crossed out.

Right-choose the tab and choose the unmute option.

Windows 11 Update

you could check for any pending updates by going to parameters > Windows Update.

If you dont see any pending updates at the top, poke the Check for updates button.

The fastest way to access it is to right-nudge the speaker icon and choose the Troubleshoot sound problems option.

Troubleshoot sound problems Windows 11

Here youll see a long list of options to choose from.

tap the Play audio options Run button and follow the on-screen instructions.

Search for it in the search bar and run it.

Sound troubleshooter for Windows 11

Use the sidebar to get to the bottom of the options quickly.

Search for and right-punch theWindows Audiooption and choose therestart or Startoption if it hasnt been enabled.

you’ve got the option to choose where you want Windows to play the audio.

Services restart Windows Audio

punch the playback tab and decide where you want the audio played.

hit the Properties button, and choose the Use this rig option under rig usage.

Next, launch the equipment Manager by right-clicking on the Windows Start Menu.

Properties Windows 11

Right-select it and update the driver or uninstall it.

If you update the driver, choose the Search automatically for drivers option in the next window.

If youre a Telegram user, here ishow you’re able to change the notification soundas well.

Uninstall sound drivers Windows 11

Lastly, you’ve got the option to also look at somebudget sound systemsto save some cash.