Fix OneDrive Microphone Not Working on Windows 10
## Direct Answer
To fix the OneDrive microphone not working on Windows 10, go to the Windows Settings app, select “System” and then “Sound”, and ensure that the microphone is enabled and set as the default device. Additionally, check the OneDrive app settings to ensure that microphone access is allowed.
## Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s a step-by-step guide to fix the issue:
1. **Enable Microphone in Windows Settings**:
* Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
* Click on “System” and then select “Sound” from the left menu.
* Scroll down to the “Input” section and click on the microphone device.
* Ensure that the microphone is enabled and set as the default device.
2. **Allow Microphone Access in OneDrive**:
* Open the OneDrive app and click on the gear icon.
* Select “Settings” and then click on “Options”.
* Scroll down to the “Audio” section and ensure that the “Allow OneDrive to access your microphone” option is enabled.
3. **Update OneDrive App**:
* Go to the Microsoft Store and search for “OneDrive”.
* Click on the “Update” button to update the app to the latest version.
4. **Disable and Re-enable Microphone**:
* Go to the Device Manager (Press the Windows key + X and select Device Manager).
* Expand the “Audio inputs and outputs” section.
* Right-click on the microphone device and select “Disable device”.
* Wait for 10 seconds and then enable the device again.
## FAQ
* **Q: Why is my OneDrive microphone not working on Windows 10?**
A: The issue could be due to the microphone being disabled or not set as the default device in Windows settings, or OneDrive app settings not allowing microphone access.
* **Q: How do I reset OneDrive app settings?**
A: To reset OneDrive app settings, go to the OneDrive app, click on the gear icon, select “Settings”, and then click on “Reset”.
* **Q: Do I need to reinstall OneDrive to fix the microphone issue?**
A: Reinstalling OneDrive should not be necessary to fix the microphone issue. Try the steps above first, and if the issue persists, you can try reinstalling the app.
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