This guide shows you how to change the sound device that the Narrator uses in Windows 11. Narrator is a tool that reads out the text on your screen, helping people who have trouble seeing.

What is Narrator?
Narrator is a built-in Windows app that reads text aloud and describes what’s happening on your screen. It’s made for people who are blind or have low vision.

You can do many things with Narrator, like:

• Turn keyboard shortcuts on or off
• Make Narrator start automatically
• Change voice, speed, and volume
• Add or remove natural voices
• Lower other app volumes while Narrator speaks

If you have more than one sound device (like speakers and headphones), you can choose which one Narrator uses to play its voice.

Changing the audio device can also help if your sound isn’t working right or if you want Narrator’s voice to come from specific speakers or headphones.

How to Change Narrator’s Audio Output Device in Windows 11

Follow these simple steps:

1. Open Windows Settings
   Click the Start button (the Windows icon at the bottom left) and then click Settings.
   
   Or, press the keyboard keys Windows + I together to open Settings quickly.
2. Go to Accessibility
   In the Settings window, find and click Accessibility on the left side.
3. Open Narrator Settings
   On the right side, click Narrator to see its options.
4. Choose the Audio Output Device
   Scroll to the section called “Narrator’s voice”. Click on Narrator audio output device.
   
   You will see a list of sound devices connected to your PC (like speakers or headphones). Pick the one you want Narrator to use.
   
   If you choose Default audio device, Narrator will use the main device that Windows is set to play sound through.

Here is an example screenshot showing the Narrator tile in Settings:

And here is what the audio output device options look like:

That’s all! Now Narrator should speak through the audio device you picked.

Summary

• You can change which speakers or headphones the Narrator uses in Windows 11.
• This makes it easier for people who need Narrator to hear it clearly on their preferred device.
• Changing the audio device can also help fix sound problems or make sure Narrator works well with your devices.

If you want to learn more about turning Narrator on or off, or changing its voice, check out the linked guides above.