how to fix mic issue

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The issue you're describing with your microphone being heard only when the Game Bar is open can be frustrating, but there are several things you can try to fix it:

1. Check your microphone settings:

Ensure your microphone is set as the default input device in both Windows Sound settings and the Game Bar settings. Go to Settings > System > Sound, then choose "Manage sound devices" and verify your microphone is set as the default for both "Input" and "Microphone."
Open the Game Bar (Win + G) and click on the microphone icon. Confirm the correct microphone is selected and adjust the volume slider if needed.

Update drivers:

Outdated or corrupted audio drivers can cause microphone issues. Update your Audio and Microphone drivers by searching for "Device Manager" in Windows and expanding the "Audio inputs and outputs" category. Right-click your microphone and choose "Update driver." Select "Search automatically for updated driver software."

Grant microphone access to apps:

Make sure that both the Game Bar and the specific game you're playing have access to your microphone. Go to Settings > Privacy > Microphone. Under "Allow apps to access your microphone," toggle on the switch for "Game Bar" and the game you're experiencing the issue with.

Reset Xbox Live settings:

Sometimes, corrupted Xbox Live settings can cause microphone issues. Open the Game Bar (Win + G) and click on the gear icon. In Settings, choose "Gaming" and then "Network." Click on "Fix it" under "NAT type." This will attempt to reset your Xbox Live connection and resolve any potential issues.

Troubleshoot additional settings:

Check if Windows Communication Platform (WCP) service is running. Press Win + R and type "services.msc." Find "Windows Communication Platform" and make sure it's "Started" and set to "Automatic."

Disable exclusive mode for sound devices. Right-click the speaker icon in the taskbar, choose "Sounds," then right-click your speakers and select "Properties." Under the "Advanced" tab, uncheck the box for "Allow applications to take exclusive control of this device."

Note: Some of the information, which were gained from this answer, were received in a thread on the Microsoft forum by Microsoft Agent Moderator Geri M. , and it seemed a good idea, to share this information with you. Source of information (credits) :

https://answers.microsoft.com/thread/2a9b4380-2595-4cf8-a466-cd0a5750dbc1

For your reference, I've included some links where you can find more details about the solutions I suggested

https://www.guidingtech.com/fix-windows-xbox-game-bar-mic-not-working/

Note: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

I hope the information I gave you has been useful, have a happy day.

Hi

Is your headset or mic muted?

Please also have a look at the link provided below:

How to Fix Xbox One Mic Not Working Issue

Hi there,

I have attached a support guide for you to refer to: How to Fix Xbox One Mic Not Working Issue

Hi SgtSpriggs12,

Welcome to Xbox Community Forum. Thank you for sharing your concern with us today and we hope that all is well.

I can see that you are having issues with you Mic. Let me see how I can assist you with this concern.

I'd like to ask a few questions to better grasp the situation:

• Device specs, make and model?
  
• Current version and edition of Windows Installed? (Search for WINVER in Windows search to see this)
  
• What is the make and model of your headset/microphone?
  
• When does it not work? Is it when recording or using discord?
  

So far, based on the information you've provided, you can try the options listed below and let us know whether the problem has been fixed.

Troubleshoot game audio or video issues on Windows

Troubleshoot game audio or video issues on Windows | Xbox Support

Fix microphone problems

Fix microphone problems - Microsoft Support

Additional methods we can perform

Method 1: Check for Windows Update

• Settings
  
• Windows Update
  
• Check for Windows Update
  

Method 2: Run the SFC /SCANNOW command

• Open Command Prompt(Admin)
  
• Type the command below.
  
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  sfc /scannow

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• Wait for the scan to complete.
  
• If there's no errors, you can close the console now.
  
• If it doesn't help, do a Component Store repair with this command:
  
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  dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

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• Restart the computer and run scan again.
  
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  sfc /scannow

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Method 3: Perform Clean Boot

How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support

• Search for Task Manager and open it
  
• Click More details
  
• Move to Startup tab
  
• Click on Disable
  
• Do this on all the startup applications on the list
  
• Close task manager
  
• Search for the command below
  

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msconfig

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• Under the System Configuration Window go to Services
  
• Check Hide all Microsoft Services on the left side
  
• Once all Microsoft Services are hidden click on disable all on the right side
  
• Click on OK then Restart
  

Once we receive your answers to the questions above, we may suggest additional troubleshooting measures.

Looking Forward for your next reply.

Hello!

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Thank you for understanding.