Do you have more than one microphone or webcam plugged into your Windows 11 PC? Do you want to choose which one to use by default, without having to fiddle with the settings every time? Then you’re in luck, because we have the perfect guide for you.
How to Make a Mic Your Default Audio Device
There are two ways to make a mic your default audio device: either for all audio or for communication only.
- If you make a mic your default device for all audio, it will be used as the input for any program or app that needs sound.
- If you make a mic your default device for communication only, it will be used as the input only for audio and video calls.
To make a mic your default audio device, follow these simple steps:
- Right-click the Start button and select Settings.
- Select the System tab on the left and open Sound.
- Scroll to the bottom and click on More sound settings.
- In the Sound window, go to the Recording tab. Right-click on the mic you want and select Set as Default Device.
When you do this, Windows will automatically pick another mic as the default device for communication. If you want to change that, right-click on the mic you want and select Set as Default Communication Device.
How to Make a Cam Your Default Video Device
You can’t directly make a cam your default video device. Instead, you must disable all the other cams except the one you want to use. When you do that, Windows will use only the enabled cam as your primary video device.
To disable a cam, follow these easy steps:
- Right-click the Start button and select Settings or Windows + I to open settings
- Go to the Bluetooth and Devices tab on the left and open Cameras on the right. You’ll see all the cams connected to your PC.
- Open the settings of the cam you want to disable, click Disable, and then click Yes to confirm.
- Repeat this for any other cam you want to disable.
And that’s it! You’ve just learned how to pick your favorite mic and cam on Windows 11. Now you can enjoy your audio and video calls with the best quality and convenience.