Sound controls in Windows have always left something to be desired, often forcing you to dive into sub-menus to change audio output devices or adjust volume for specific programs. According to the ...

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Microsoft is finally changing an annoying multi-click bottleneck in Windows 11, bringing a long-overdue fix to how you manage your PC's audio.

Microsoft is testing a new and modern-looking Windows 11 volume mixer accessible via the taskbar Quick Settings panel that helps adjust the volume on a per-app basis and switch between audio devices.

The latest test build of Windows 11 also includes a new Recall homepage. The latest test build of Windows 11 also includes a new Recall homepage. is a senior correspondent and author of Notepad, who ...

Microsoft released a batch of significant updates to Windows 11 earlier this week, adding tabs to the Notepad app, integrating the AI-powered “new Bing” into the taskbar’s search box, and previewing ...

If Sound and Volume Mixer is not saving settings on your Windows 11/10 computer, follow these suggestions: Run Windows Audio Troubleshooter Update the Audio Drivers Turn on Exclusive mode in Speakers ...

These solutions should help you fix the problem. Turn off the variable Refresh Rate Disable G-Sync or FreeSync VLC Player solution Uninstall with DDU and reinstall NVIDIA drivers Use an admin account ...

The latest Windows 11 version has fancy new audio and brightness flyouts. Those stuck on Windows 10 or unwilling to upgrade can also taste something more modern thanks to this free application.