How to change the sound input or output on Windows

Updated: 30-Mar-2023 | Answer ID: 6287
This answer will show you how to troubleshoot and resolve sound input or output issues on Windows.
Step-by-step process on how to change the sound input or output on Windows
  1. Go Settings > System > Sound.
  2. Select the output device that you want to set. This is the device that plays the sound.

    The sound settings page when you can choose the output device.

  3. Select the input device that you want to set. If you are using an external mic, ensure your input is set to the microphone that you are using.

    The sound settings page when you can choose the input device.

    If there is still no sound output and input coming from your applications such as Discord and Microsoft Teams, go to the sound settings of the application and change the input and output device.

    Discord

    The voice settings page of Discord.

    Microsoft Teams

    The voice settings page of Microsoft Teams.

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