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How to get louder volume when recording using the microphone - ThinkPad

Steps and instructions to get louder volume when recording using the microphone - ThinkPad

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Steps and instructions to get louder volume when recording using the microphone - ThinkPad

Symptom

Recordings made using the microphone input are not loud enough. For general troubleshooting issues, see Fix audio or sound problems in Windows 10.

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Solution

Make sure the Microphone Boost function is turned on and set using the following steps:

  1. Open Control Panel (search for and select Control Panel).
    Control Panel
  2. Click Hardware and Sound.
    Category
  3. Click Sound.
    Select Sound
  4. Click the Recording tab in the Sound window.
  5. Select Microphone, and click the Properties button.
  6. Click the Levels tab, and move the Microphone Boost slider upwards.
    Set Boost
  7. Click OK.

Try testing the microphone.

  1. Search for and select Sound settings.
    Sound settings
  2. Scroll down and test the microphone using the Troubleshoot button.
    Microphone

For additional troubleshooting steps, see Fix microphone problems.


Document ID:HT500153
Original Publish Date:12/07/2017
Last Modified Date:09/09/2024