Microphone not working

Question

I bought a budget mic 3.5mm Jack Microphone it seems to be working normally on my phone but not my pc, when i go to sounds i see the mic is enabled but it doesnt catch any sounds?? also the drivers are updated

Answer 1

Kindly refer this support article: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/fix-microphone-problems-5f230348-106d-bfa4-1db5-336f35576011

Let us know if this helps!

Answer 2

Laptops will need a TRRS (3 black rings) mic. Desktop computers will need a TRS (2 black rings) mic.

You need an adaptor or a splitter.

Answer 3

Hello! I'm Manoel Barros, a Microsoft user just like you! I will do my best to help you.

• First, check if the Microphone is connected to the correct connector. The Microphone connector is the Pink Connector, with a Microphone symbol.
• If the Microphone is connected to the front connectors of the case, connect it to the rear connector of the motherboard.
• Use Windows Update to install or update the Microphone Driver.

1. Open System Configuration > Click ''Update & Security'' > ''Windows Update'' > ''Check for Updates''.
2. Download all available updates. Click on the ''Show optional updates'' option (marked in blue) if you have > Select all drivers > Click on ''Download and Install'' > Restart your computer.

• Use the Windows Voice Recorder application to test if the Microphone is recording your voice.
• See if Windows is allowing access to the Microphone.

1. Open Windows Settings > Privacy > Microphone > Enable the option "Allow apps to access your microphone".
2. Restart the PC.

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