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Audio accessories. Headphones, external speakers, and other accessories may have their own volume
control.
Apps. Some apps have a volume control.
Tips
To quickly pause audio in an app from the Windows Store, press the volume rocker and then tap the on-
screen pause button.
To mute audio, press the mute key on Touch Cover or Type Cover.
Add audio accessories
The headset jack works for both audio output and microphone input. You can plug headphones or a headset
with a microphone into the headset jack or the USB port.
For bigger sound, connect external speakers to the headset jack or USB port, or wirelessly connect speakers using
Bluetooth technology. For more info, see Connect devices in this guide.
How do I set the default audio device?
You can switch between different audio devices, such as speakers and headphones. Here’s how:
1. Open the Search charm, type manage audio devices, and then choose Manage audio devices from the
search results.
2. Tap or click the device you want to use for playback, tap Set Default, and then choose OK.
How can I record audio?
You can use the Sound Recorder app to record audio. Snap this app alongside another app, so you can continue
working while you’re recording.
To open the Sound Recorder app: Swipe up from the center of the Start screen and then tap Sound Recorder.
Have questions? See Sound recorder: FAQ on Windows.com.
How do I change which sounds play?
You can choose which sounds play for notifications and system events (for example, the sound that plays when
you get a new message). Here's how:
1. Open the Search charm, tap the down arrow , and then tap Settings.
2. Tap the search box, type sound, and then choose Change system sounds from the search results.
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