How to make my mic not an output device

Question

My mic is put as a output audio device after I let my sister use my pc. She has some how done something that made my pc think my mic is a speaker or something. Its a logitech headset that uses intels newest Realtek driver. I have a picture that I will post below.

Answer 1

Hi ValKohl

go to "Settings" (Windows key + I), then select "System" and click on "Sound" on the left sidebar.

you can use windows troubleshoot as below and select output device then continue with the troubleshoot steps

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In Windows 11, if your microphone is set as an output device by mistake, you can follow these steps to restore its default settings:

1. Open Sound Settings: Right-click on the Volume icon in the taskbar (it looks like a speaker icon) and select "Open Sound settings." Alternatively, you can also go to "Settings" (Windows key + I), then select "System" and click on "Sound" on the left sidebar.
2. Choose Output Device: In the Sound settings window, under the "Output" section, make sure your desired output device (usually speakers or headphones) is selected as the default device. This will ensure that sound is played through the correct device.
3. Select Input Device: Now, go to the "Input" section in the same Sound settings window. Here, make sure that your microphone is selected as the default input device. This will ensure that your microphone works as intended for recording and communication.
4. Test Settings: It's a good idea to test both your output (speakers or headphones) and input (microphone) devices after making these changes. You can do this by playing a sound or video to check the output and using a voice recording or communication app to test the microphone input.
5. Restart if Necessary: If the changes don't seem to take effect immediately, try restarting your computer. This can help apply the changes properly.