Mute Setting Auto Switch

[Sam1163]

How can I get the mute setting to turn on and off depending on the audio output I switch to? In essence, how do I change my settings so that the computer remembers which audio output was muted or unmuted, without having to mute/unmute manually?

An example could be changing from muted computer audio to unmuted headphones and having the audio unmute on its own and vice versa.

[Max3Aj]

@Sam1163, Welcome to HP Support Community. 

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you. 
To achieve automatic switching of mute settings based on the audio output device, you can use a combination of Windows settings and third-party software. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Using Windows Settings

Set Default Audio Devices:

• Right-click the speaker icon in the system tray and select "Sounds".
• Go to the "Playback" tab, right-click your preferred device, and select "Set as Default Device".

Configure Communication Device:

• In the same "Playback" tab, right-click your communication device (e.g., headphones) and select "Set as Default Communication Device".

Using Third-Party Software

To automate the mute/unmute process based on the audio output device, you can use software like Audio Switcher or SoundSwitch. Here's how:

Download and Install SoundSwitch:

• Visit the SoundSwitch website and download the software.
• Install and run SoundSwitch.

Configure SoundSwitch:

• Open SoundSwitch and go to the "Settings".
• Under the "Playback" tab, add your audio devices (e.g., speakers and headphones).
• Set up hotkeys to switch between devices.

Automate Mute/Unmute:

• SoundSwitch allows you to set specific actions when switching devices. Configure it to mute/unmute based on the selected device.

Example Configuration

• Speakers: Set as the default device and muted.
• Headphones: Set as the default communication device and unmuted.

By following these steps, your laptop will remember the mute/unmute settings for each audio output device, allowing for seamless transitions.

I hope this helps. 

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Max3Aj

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