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i cannot find or "load" my microphone as an input device so on zoom i cannot participate with voice/audio
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If it's a USB mic or headset try a different USB Port or, if it's a 3.5mm jack mic, ensure it's plugged into the mic port.
Right-click your mic → Set as Default Device and Default Communication Device.
Speak and ensure green bars move.
Hello,
See if suggestions in this fix helps you:
https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-microphone-not-working-in-windows-11
Let us know if this helps!
Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog by a trusted Microsoft MVP.
