Sometimes, your computer has special settings called audio enhancements that can make your sound better. But on some devices, these can actually cause problems like bad sound or no sound at all. Don’t worry — you can easily turn these enhancements on or off in Windows 11. Follow the simple steps below!

What Are Audio Enhancements?

Audio enhancements are built-in features in Windows that try to improve sound quality for speakers, headphones, or microphones. Depending on your device, you might have different options to make audio clearer or louder.

However, if your sound is acting strangely, like your mic not picking up anything or weird noises, turning off audio enhancements might fix the problem.

How to Turn Audio Enhancements On or Off

1. Open Settings:
   • Press Windows key + I on your keyboard, or
   • Click the Start button, then select Settings.
2. Go to Sound Settings:
   

   In the Settings window, click on System on the left side, then click Sound on the right.

   
   

   
   

   

   
   

3. Find Your Audio Device:
   

   Scroll down and click All sound devices under the Advanced section.

   
   

   
   

   

   
   
   Pick the device you want to change (like your speakers or microphone).

   
   
4. Turn Audio Enhancements On or Off:
   

   In the device’s settings, click on Audio Enhancements. You’ll see an option to keep Device Default Effects (usually on) or turn it Off.

   
   

   
   

   

   
   
   Choose Off to disable audio enhancements or leave it on to improve sound.

   
   
5. Close Settings:
   

   After you make your choice, just close the Settings window. Your changes will save automatically.

   
   

Quick Summary

• Audio enhancements can improve sound but might cause issues on some devices.
• You can turn these features on or off anytime in Windows 11’s Settings.
• This helps if your microphone or speakers aren’t working as expected.

Need more help? Check out this guide for extra tips on turning on enhanced audio in Windows 11.