Fixing Edge Browser Microphone Not Working on Windows 11
## Direct Answer
To fix the Edge browser microphone not working on Windows 11, go to Settings > System > Sound, and ensure that the microphone is enabled and set as the default device. Then, open Edge, type `edge://settings/privacy` in the address bar, and toggle on the ‘Microphone’ option under ‘App permissions’.
## Step-by-Step Guide
1. **Check Microphone Settings**: Go to Windows Settings (Press Windows key + I) > System > Sound, and ensure that the microphone is enabled and set as the default device.
2. **Allow Edge to Access Microphone**: Open Edge, type `edge://settings/privacy` in the address bar, and toggle on the ‘Microphone’ option under ‘App permissions’.
3. **Reset Edge Settings**: If the above steps don’t work, try resetting Edge settings to their default values. Open Edge, type `edge://settings/reset` in the address bar, and click ‘Reset settings’.
4. **Update Edge Browser**: Ensure that Edge is updated to the latest version. Open Edge, click on the three dots in the top right corner, and select ‘Help and feedback’ > ‘About Microsoft Edge’.
5. **Disable and Re-enable Microphone**: Go to Device Manager (Press Windows key + X and select Device Manager), expand the ‘Sound, video and game controllers’ section, right-click on the microphone device, and select ‘Disable device’. Wait for 10 seconds and enable it again.
## FAQ
– **Q: Why is my microphone not working in Edge?**
A: The microphone may not be enabled or set as the default device in Windows Settings, or Edge may not have permission to access the microphone.
– **Q: How do I know if my microphone is working?**
A: You can test your microphone by recording a video or audio clip in a media player or by using the Windows Voice Recorder app.
– **Q: Will resetting Edge settings delete my browsing data?**
A: Resetting Edge settings will delete your browsing history, cookies, and other data, but it will not delete your bookmarks or saved passwords.
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