Windows 10: Audio crackling/popping when I interact with Windows10

I recently started having an audio issue a few days ago, where when I have music playing either on Spotify or Youtube and I open the Windows Explorer to view files, open an application, hover over buttons or folders in the Explorer, or do anything on my computer, the audio sometimes pops and crackles, reacting to my mouse movements/actions. It also happens when I'm only listening to music and not moving my mouse. It will crackle maybe once every 2-3 minutes. I've gone through several websites and conducted steps to diagnose my problem, such as:updating my audio drivers no new updates found

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Synaptics audio keeps crackling / popping on windows 10

Hi Devin. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

Try these fixes for sound crackling and popping in WIndows 10:

https://techcult.com/fix-windows-10-audio-crack...

https://www.thewindowsclub.com/fix-audio-crackl... (Avoid ad links which intrude into editorial copy, especially avoid Restoro, PC Repair Tool and Reimage ads)

https://helpdeskgeek.com/help-desk/windows-10-a...

https://winbuzzer.com/2022/02/18/how-to-fix-aud...

https://thegeekpage.com/audio-sound-popping-on-...





Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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Audio popping and crackling

Hi Nerevariest. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, specializing in Installation, Performance, Troubleshooting and Activation, here to help you.

1) Try all of these fixes for headphones crackling and popping until one works:

https://mysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/...

https://soundgearlab.com/learn/headphone-crackl...

https://www.drivereasy.com/knowledge/headphones... (Avoid the driver app, not needed, see #1)

https://audiomav.com/why-headphones-make-a-popp...

https://www.reddit.com/r/audio/comments/mi1o3u/...

https://earrockers.com/how-to-stop-headphones-f...

https://itstillworks.com/mean-headphone-crackle...

https://helpdeskgeek.com/help-desk/windows-10-a...

https://www.headphonesty.com/2020/07/hear-stati...



2) Update your sound drivers and BIOS/UEFI firmware from the PC or motherboard maker's Support Downloads web page, using the full model number, Serial Number or Dell Service Tag on sticker. Compare the latest drivers available for download with the ones presently installed in Device Manager reached by right clicking the Start button. Make sure you have the latest BIOS or UEFI firmware, Chipset, Display (Video), Sound, USB3, Bluetooth, Network and all other drivers, or else download and install the latest now.

Updating drivers from the Device Manager or Windows Update is rarely enough. The most basic thing we need to learn to maintain a PC is keep the latest manufacturer's drivers installed from their Support Downloads web page. Everything else depends on this.





Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

______________________________________________

Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.

 

Crackling audio. Skyrim + other games

USB headphones have never been kind to me. They always hiss, pop and crackle. The fact that you can hear it when no audio is being played suggests it's a power /connection issue.

Do you have any 3.5mm or RCA based headphones you can try?