Fix Zoom no sound on laptop

Steps

1. 1

   Speaker Icon

   Right-click the speaker icon in the taskbar.

   A context menu will appear. If you don’t see the speaker icon, ensure it’s not hidden in the taskbar settings.

2. 2

   Open Sound settings

   Select 'Open Sound settings' from the menu.

   The Sound settings window will open, displaying options for output and input devices. If it doesn't open, access it via Settings > System > Sound.

3. 3

   Output›Choose your output device

   Under 'Output', choose the correct audio device.

   Make sure the device you want to use is selected as the output device. If not, click the dropdown and select the right one.

4. 4

   Volume›Mute

   Check the volume level for the selected device.

   Ensure the volume slider is turned up and not muted. If muted, click the speaker icon to unmute.

5. 5

   Settings›Gear Icon

   Open Zoom and go to 'Settings'.

   Click on the gear icon in the Zoom app to access settings. If you can’t find it, check the top right corner of the app.

6. 6

   Audio›Test Speaker

   In Zoom, select 'Audio' and test the speaker.

   Click 'Test Speaker' to ensure sound is working. If you hear no sound, recheck your audio settings in Windows.

7. 7

   Restart

   If issues persist, restart your laptop.

   This can resolve temporary glitches. After restarting, check Zoom audio again.

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Questions

Why is there no sound in my Zoom meeting?

Check if your audio device is selected correctly in both Zoom and your system settings. Ensure the volume is turned up and not muted.

How do I test my audio in Zoom?

In Zoom settings, go to the Audio section and click 'Test Speaker'. This will play a sound to confirm your audio output.

What should I do if Zoom audio is still not working?

Restart your laptop to fix temporary glitches and recheck your audio settings in both Zoom and your system.