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the bluetooth toggle is gone from pc

Erica Jordan 0 Reputation points
2026-02-23T14:45:51.94+00:00

I allowed updates on pc and now the bluetooth toggle and ability to connect or turn on bluetooth is gone now

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Devices and drivers
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  1. DaveM121 849.1K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-02-23T15:19:06.2766667+00:00

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    Open the Settings App (gear icon on your Start Menu)

    Go to System - Troubleshoot

    Click 'Other Troubleshooters'

    Run the Bluetooth troubleshooter from the resulting page

    Check if Bluetooth is then working

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    If not, open Device Manager (accessible by right clicking your Start Button)

    At the top of Device Manager, choose View - Show Hidden Devices

    Does that show hidden Bluetooth device(s)

    if so, right click and uninstall that

    Restart your PC

    Check if Bluetooth is then working

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    If Bluetooth is still not working, go to the support page for your PC on the manufacturers website, then from there, download and install the Bluetooth device drivers they recommend.

    If you have any difficulty locating that support page, click your Start Button, then just type msinfo and press Enter, please provide a screenshot of the resulting System Information window.

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  2. Q&A Assist
    2026-02-23T14:45:58.6133333+00:00
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    If the Bluetooth toggle is missing from your PC after an update, it could be due to a few reasons. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

    1. Check Device Manager: Open Device Manager and look for Bluetooth under the list of devices. If you see a yellow exclamation mark next to it, there may be an issue with the driver.
    2. Reinstall Bluetooth Drivers: You can try uninstalling the Bluetooth driver and then restarting your PC. Windows should automatically reinstall the driver upon reboot.
    3. Windows Settings: Go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. If Bluetooth is not listed, it may be disabled in the system settings.
    4. System File Checker: Run the System File Checker tool to repair any missing or corrupted system files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type sfc /scannow, then press Enter.
    5. Check for Updates: Make sure your Windows is fully updated, as sometimes additional updates can resolve hardware issues.

    If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to look into whether your PC's Bluetooth hardware is functioning correctly or if there are specific compatibility issues with the latest update.

    References:

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