Laptop unable to record audio

4.5

Microphone or line-in fails to capture any sound.

Symptoms
  • Flat waveform
  • Error in recording app
  • Silence
Possible Causes
  • Privacy settings
  • Muted mic
  • Driver issue

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Check Privacy Settings

Settings > Privacy > Microphone > Allow apps to access.

2

Unmute Microphone

Check Sound Control Panel > Recording tab > Properties > Levels.

3

Test Different App

See if the issue is with one specific software.

When to See a Technician

Windows Privacy settings are the #1 cause of "broken" microphones in modern versions.

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