Windows 10: How do I get sounds to play

Discus and support How do I get sounds to play in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have set the sounds I want but nothing will play... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Dan Jones8, Jun 16, 2025 at 6:37 AM.

  1. DAN JONES8
    Dan Jones8 Win User

    How do I get sounds to play


    I have set the sounds I want but nothing will play

    :)
     
    Dan Jones8, Jun 16, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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  2. KRISHNA PRASOBH V
    Krishna Prasobh V Win User

    No sound while playing audio and video files.

    Hi,

    I appreciate if you could answer to a few questions to narrow down to the issue.

    • Which is the application that you are using to play the files?
    • Did you try the same on a different player?
    • Did you perform any troubleshooting steps?
    As an initial troubleshooting step, I suggest you to check if the volume is set low or in mute state in Volume Mixer.

    • Right click on sound icon.
    • Open Volume Mixer check for the application that you are playing the files with and increase the volume and check.
    If the issue still persists, I would suggest you to run “Playing audio” troubleshooter to diagnose and fix the issue.

    Follow these Steps to run Playing Audio Troubleshooter in Windows 10.

    1. Type troubleshooting in the search bar.

    2. Select Troubleshooting.

    3. Select View all on the top left corner.

    4. Click on Playing audio.

    Also refer: Fix sound or audio problems in Windows - Microsoft Support

    Hope the information helps in resolving the issue related to the sound issue. Let us know if you need further assistance. We will be happy to help.

    Thank you.
     
    Krishna Prasobh V, Jun 16, 2025 at 6:38 AM
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  3. RADNEY DRI
    Radney Dri Win User
    Sound problem

    Hi,

    We need to investigate further so that we can identify the cause of the issue. We suggest running the Troubleshooter and see if it helps. Follow the steps below:

    • Type and select Troubleshooting on the Search bar/Cortana.
    • Click Hardware and Sound.
    • Select Playing Audio under Sound.
    • Follow the steps that will be provided.
    If the steps does not work. We suggest downloading a fresh copy of the audio driver from Realtek and see if it helps.

    Looking forward to your response.
     
    Radney Dri, Jun 16, 2025 at 6:38 AM
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  4. CADAVECA
    cadaveca Win User

    How do I get sounds to play

    Good surround sound headset

    I know you say you're not that guy, but stepping into the $250+ range really brings a change in build quality that might have you never having to buy another set. Otherwise, getting 6 speakers with decent sound in a headset is hard, and that's what you are asking for, and I have no suggestions, but just a bump up the list. *Stick Out Tongue How do I get sounds to play :p
     
    cadaveca, Jun 16, 2025 at 6:38 AM
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