How to Hear Audio from Computer in Windows 11’s Phone Link App
Windows 11’s Phone Link app streams audio from your phone to your PC speakers.
This means you can play music, take calls, or hear notifications from your phone using your computer’s sound system. It’s a built-in feature of Windows 11 that makes your phone’s sound better.
If your PC speakers are louder or sound better than your phone’s, this lets you enjoy your phone’s audio more. You can use this handy feature as long as your computer is running Windows 11 and your phone works with the Phone Link app.
Open Phone Link, click the gear icon, go to Features, then Apps, and select Computer under “Hear audio from.” This routes your phone’s sound through your PC speakers.
System Requirements and Compatibility
To get audio from your Windows 11 computer through the Phone Link app, your PC needs to be running Windows 11. Your Android phone also needs to be version 9.0 or newer. It’s a good idea to check your Windows 11 Sound Settings to ensure the correct output device is selected and your computer isn’t muted.
How to Change Your Audio Settings
Changing where your computer’s audio plays from is managed within the Windows 11 Phone Link app’s settings. First, open the Phone Link app and connect your phone if you haven’t already. Then, click the gear icon to open Settings, go to the Features tab, and scroll down to the Apps section to find the audio options.
- Open the Phone Link app.
- If you have not added a phone, follow the prompts to add one. If your phone is already connected, click the Settings button (the gear icon) at the top right corner.
- Select the Features tab.
- Scroll down to the Apps section.
- Under the Hear audio from option, select either Computer or Mobile device.
Troubleshooting Audio Issues
If your audio repeatedly switches back to your phone, a good starting point for troubleshooting Phone Link audio issues is to check your Bluetooth settings.
Supported Devices
Phone Link’s audio features are mainly supported on Surface Duo devices and select models from Samsung Galaxy, HONOR, OPPO, ASUS ROG, and Xiaomi devices. Compatibility depends on the specific Link to Windows app version installed on your mobile device.
Summary
The Phone Link app helps you connect your phone to your PC, letting you hear your phone’s audio on your computer.
Why is there a delay in audio when using Phone Link?
A delay in audio when using Phone Link often happens because of a weak Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signal between your devices.
Does Phone Link support high-fidelity audio streaming?
Phone Link’s audio quality is good for calls and most apps, but it doesn’t support high-fidelity streaming like a dedicated headset.
Can I use Phone Link audio with third-party Bluetooth headphones?
Yes, you can use third-party Bluetooth headphones. Once your phone is linked to your PC, your computer treats the phone audio as a standard input. You can select your Bluetooth headphones as the primary output device in your Windows 11 Sound Settings to hear your mobile audio through them.
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