Fixing Adobe Photoshop Microphone Issues on Windows 10
To fix the Adobe Photoshop microphone not working on Windows 10, **go to Edit > Preferences > Audio Hardware, and select the correct microphone device from the ‘Audio Input Device’ dropdown menu**. If this doesn’t work, follow the step-by-step guide below.
## Step-by-Step Guide
1. **Restart Photoshop and Computer**: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve the issue. Close Photoshop, restart your computer, and try again.
2. **Check Microphone Settings in Windows**: Ensure your microphone is enabled and set as the default device in Windows. Go to **Settings > System > Sound**, and under ‘Input’, select your microphone device.
3. **Update Audio Drivers**: Outdated audio drivers can cause issues. Press the **Windows key + X**, select **Device Manager**, expand ‘Audio inputs and outputs’, right-click your microphone device, and select **Update driver**.
4. **Disable and Re-enable Microphone in Photoshop**: Go to **Edit > Preferences > Audio Hardware**, uncheck ‘Use Audio Hardware’, and then re-check it to reset the microphone settings.
5. **Reset Photoshop Preferences**: Press **Ctrl + Alt + R** while launching Photoshop to reset its preferences to default.
## FAQs
* **Q: Why is my microphone not working in Photoshop?**
A: This could be due to incorrect microphone settings, outdated audio drivers, or conflicts with other audio devices.
* **Q: How do I know which microphone device to select in Photoshop?**
A: Look for the device name that matches your physical microphone, such as ‘Built-in Microphone’ or ‘USB Microphone’.
* **Q: Can I use an external microphone with Photoshop?**
A: Yes, Photoshop supports external microphones. Simply select the external microphone device from the ‘Audio Input Device’ dropdown menu in Photoshop’s Audio Hardware preferences.
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