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Why can't i speak Xbox?

Make sure your mic is not muted in party chat. Note You can use the Y button  on your controller to toggle mute on or off. Make sure your headset is not muted and that the volume is turned up. Speak into the microphone.
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How do I get my Xbox voice chat to work?

Press the Xbox button  to open the guide, and then go to Profile & system.
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Select Communication & multiplayer, and then review the settings for the following:
  1. Others can communicate with voice, text, or invites.
  2. You can communicate outside of Xbox with voice & text.
  3. You can use video for communications.
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Why is my mic not picking up my voice?

Try the following solutions: Make sure that the microphone or headset is connected correctly to your computer. Make sure that the microphone is positioned correctly. Increase the volume of your microphone.
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How do I turn my mic on Xbox one?

If your Xbox mic isn't working, voice chat may be disabled. To turn it back on, go to Settings > Account > Privacy & online safety > View details & customize > Communicate with voice and text.
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Why is my headset not working Xbox one?

Clean the plug on the headset cable with a clean cloth, and then reconnect the headset to the controller. Test the headset by connecting it to a different controller. If you're using a wireless controller, replace the AA batteries or recharge the rechargeable battery.
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How To Fix Your Mic on Xbox One When You Can’t talk

How do you unmute Xbox?

Press and hold the Xbox button in the middle of the controller, go to settings, audio and check your audio levels.
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Why is my mic picking up everything but my voice?

If your recording device is set to an omnidirectional polar pattern, it will be recording sound from all directions. This could lead to more background noise being picked up as opposed to your voice. Instead, consider choosing a cardioid polar pattern when speaking directly into a condenser capsule.
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How do I enable my microphone?

Settings. Tap Site Settings. Tap Microphone or Camera. Tap to turn the microphone or camera on or off.
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How do I unmute my microphone?

Unmute Your Microphone On Windows 10
  1. On your desktop, click the Windows button to launch the start menu.
  2. Go to Settings.
  3. Choose System.
  4. Click on Sound.
  5. From within sound settings, click on Device Properties under the Input title (make sure the correct microphone is selected in the drop down menu)
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Does Xbox One have built in mic?

"Each Xbox One includes the new Kinect sensor, with a highly sensitive multi-array microphones designed to enable voice inputs and chat as a system-level capability, both in-game and with Skype and other experiences. For gamers who prefer a headset, we have a variety of offerings that you can find on the Xbox Wire."
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How do I unmute settings?

Use Ctrl+Spacebar to unmute

To quickly unmute, hold down the keys Ctrl+Spacebar (Windows) and Option+Spacebar (Mac).
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Why can I hear music but not voices?

This usually happens if the jack on your headphones is loose, or if the connection point in your device's port is blocked by lint or dirt. You should also consider jack-to-port compatibility. For example, attempting to use a TRS cable in a TS port may not work, as there's no guarantee that the ring will make contact.
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Why can I hear my mic output?

This is usually because you've enabled microphone monitoring on your device. This is a feature that loops your mic input straight to your speakers or headphones, allowing you to see how you sound.
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Why is my mic picking?

Your computer's fan or spinning hard drive is too close to the microphone. You may be sitting near a fan or air conditioning unit that is producing static noise. If are using a noise-canceling microphone, make sure it is positioned close to the mouth, approximately 2 centimeters or less than 1 inch away from the mouth.
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How do I fix my microphone settings?

  1. Make sure your microphone is properly connected. ...
  2. Make sure the microphone or headset isn't muted.
  3. Check the microphone's volume on your computer. ...
  4. Check the app or software you're using.
  5. Make sure your computer is using the right microphone. ...
  6. If nothing else has worked, reboot your computer.
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Is my microphone is damaged?

If it sounds dull, has a poor frequency pick up, and has an unusual echo or distortion, all these are signs of a broken microphone.
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What is the mic mode button?

Tap the Mic Mode button (left) to switch to a different audio filter (right). An app may support Video Effects but not Mic Mode, in which case the Mic Mode button would display "Off," and nothing would happen when you tap it.
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Where is my default microphone?

Windows: Go to “Start” > “Control Panel” > “Hardware & Sound” 📢. In the “Sound” section, select the audio output you wish to use by clicking “Set default.” Under the “Recording” ⏺️ tab, select your microphone and click “Set default.”
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Where is microphone troubleshooting?

It checks for common issues, such as making sure that both a working sound card and a recording device are installed on your computer. Press the Windows key and select Control Panel. Click Troubleshooting. Under Hardware and Sound, select Troubleshoot Audio Recording.
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Why is my mic stuck on mute?

If sound keeps being muted, perhaps your system volume has been set to Mute unknowingly. More likely, either the internal microphone or the external one has been disabled — which would prevent sound from coming through that device. Other improper sound settings can have a similar effect.
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Why is my sound muted?

If the speaker is enabled, the volume may be turned down too low. Press the volume up button on your phone. This tends to be on the left side of most phones. Press this button to display the volume level indicator.
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Where is my unmute button?

If you have an Android phone, you can mute your phone from the call screen. Your call screen has different buttons including a mute button (circled below). It is a microphone with a slash line through it. Please click on this button to mute and unmute your hone.
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Can you speak on Xbox without a mic?

Yes, you will still need a headset meant for gaming/computers, but you will just need to change the audio setting to headset/speakers so he can still hear and you can overhear the conversation.
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