Hello,
In addition, open Settings, go to System → Troubleshoot, click Other troubleshooters, find Recording Audio → Run.
This tool can sometimes automatically fix configuration errors.
how do i fix my mic windows is not detecing my mic
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Cody Farley
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how do i fix my mic windows is not detecing my mic i plug it in and audio works but not the mic
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Lucus-V 8,340 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator2026-02-19T16:50:21.06+00:00 Hi Cody Farley,
Welcome to Microsoft Q&A forum. I'm happy to help.Please provide me some information so I can better understand your case:
- What is the mic model? If it's built-in to your headset, please provide the headset model.
- How do you connect it to your computer? If it's a 3.5mm mic, please make sure you plug it to the right jack on your computer.
- If you're using a laptop, please give me its model. If you're using a desktop, please give me the motherboard model.
Thank you for your time.
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Lucus-V 8,340 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2026-02-20T17:51:11.6233333+00:00 Hi Cody Farley,
I hope everything is going well on your end. Just wanted to check in and see how things are going for you lately, anything you'd like to share or discuss?
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2026-02-15T05:53:33.2866667+00:00 To troubleshoot your microphone not being detected in Windows, you can follow these steps:
- Check Connections: Ensure that your microphone is properly plugged into the correct port. If it's a USB microphone, try unplugging it and plugging it back in.
- Device Manager: Open Device Manager and check if your microphone is listed under "Audio inputs and outputs". If it's not listed, it may not be recognized by the system.
- Update Drivers: Right-click on your microphone in Device Manager and select "Update driver". You can also try uninstalling the device and then restarting your computer to reinstall the drivers automatically.
- Check Sound Settings: Go to Settings > System > Sound. Under "Input", make sure your microphone is selected as the input device. You can also test your microphone here to see if it detects sound.
- Privacy Settings: Ensure that microphone access is enabled for apps. Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone and make sure that access is allowed for the apps you want to use.
- Check for Hardware Issues: If possible, test your microphone on another device to ensure it is functioning correctly.
If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may want to consult additional troubleshooting resources or consider contacting support for further assistance.
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