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# How to change the mic sensitivity in Windows 10?

Do you ever feel like your microphone is too sensitive? That everything you say is amplified and everyone can hear it? 

Well, there's a way to change that. So let’s discuss what is mic sensitivity and how we change it.

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# What is mic Sensitivity?

[Mic Sensitivity](https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/support/week-microphones-sensitivity-important-know/) determines how your microphone will detect sound. If it is set too low, it may not pick up quieter sounds, and if it is set too high, then it might pick up background noise or even feedback. You can adjust the sensitivity of your mic to get the best results for whatever you're recording.

# How to Adjust Microphone Sensitivity Settings in Windows 10?

Here is a step-by-step guide to changing the sensitivity:

Open the “Settings” app and go to "Privacy" then "Microphone". 

Click on the microphone you want to adjust.

Adjust the volume slider for your microphone as desired, either increasing or decreasing sensitivity depending on what kind of sound you need from it.

You can also click the “Let apps use my microphone” checkbox if needed for certain applications that require it.

If you're using an external mic with chromebook then check out the guide on [how to fix chromebook mic](https://mictest.mystrikingly.com/). Make sure the mic settings are set correctly in the control panel or software provided with it before adjusting Windows 10's settings. This will ensure that Windows is not overriding any settings made there first!

After you're done, click "Save" to apply the changes.
If your microphone is still having issues with sensitivity, then you can try other solutions discussed below.


# Adjusting your hardware: 
You may need to adjust the settings of your microphone itself if it has any built-in controls for sensitivity.

These controls are usually found on a headset or other external microphones that plug into your computer.
Once you do that, test your sensitivity using [Mic Tester](https://mictester.org/)




# Using software solutions: 
There are some audio enhancement programs, such as Adobe Audition, which allow you to adjust mic sensitivity with a few clicks of a button. You can also use these programs to [reduce background noise](https://online-mic-tester.webflow.io/) and feedback.

# Fix driver issue: 
If you've tried the above solutions and are still having issues, try updating your device drivers. This can help to ensure that your microphone is functioning properly and picking up sound as intended. Take the [online mic test](https://mictester.splashthat.com/) once you have updated the drivers to test your mic.
# Clean the mic: 
If your microphone is picking up too much background noise or [static sound](https://medium.com/@jacobbenson1990/how-to-fix-a-static-mic-online-guide-7422cba1bd59), it could be due to dirt and debris build-up. 
To prevent this, make sure to regularly clean your microphone with a microfiber cloth.

These are just some of the solutions you can try if you’re having trouble adjusting your mic sensitivity in Windows 10. 

Whether it's [troubleshooting the issue with Windows 10](https://microphonenotworking.wixsite.com/mictesting), adjusting hardware settings, using software solutions, updating drivers, or cleaning your mic. 

These tips should help you get the best sound quality for whatever you're recording!