Windows 10: Bluetooth is missing from my device manager and taskbar

I can't add device as it doesn't give me an option to switch on/off, but I can see bluetooth and devices, it's showing running on Windows key + R, services.msc.It is Windows 11.I have tried to find bluetooth to update the driver couldn't find. Long time didn't use bluetooth, few weeks ago noticed it didn't allow me to add device.In April 2023 my friend reinstall Windows as there was an issue. Please help me to fix my bluetooth issue.Thank you

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Can't Find Bluetooth on device manager.

Hi LoChung,

This may be caused by a corrupt or an outdated driver. It may also be caused by an incorrect device connection setup.

We suggest that you check Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows 10: FAQ. Please perform the steps on the following
topics to resolve your issue:

• How can I automatically fix common Bluetooth problems?
• The Bluetooth toggle is missing in Bluetooth & other devices settings or can't be turned on.
• Bluetooth doesn't appear and there are no unknown device listed in the Device Manager.

If the issue still persists, kindly give us more details by answering the following questions:

• Have you done any recent changes on your computer prior to this issue?
• Have you tried your Bluetooth device with another computer and check if you were able to use it?
  

Keep us updated with the status of the issue so that we can resume working on your concern.

 

Bluetooth Missing From Taskbar and Settings/Device


Laptop Acer Aspire V
Windows 10

Could anybody advise how I might get my bluetooth functionality back? It was working before.

The bluetooth icon is gone from the taskbar, and it's missing from Settings/Device.

I can't hook up my external bluetooth speaker. I was able to as recently as a few days ago.

I recently plugged in a bt dongle for a wireless mouse; but I'm almost sure I've used the bt speaker since then.

I also use the speaker with a Samsung Galaxy S5 phone. I've been able to use the speaker going back and forth between the phone and the laptop before.

Bluetooth shows in the Device Manager.

 

Imaging Devices missing in Device Manager and Webcam doesn't working

Hi,

Since you mentioned that the said driver is missing in Device Manager, what we suggest is for you to check in the Hidden Devices section on Device Manager. Kindly follow the steps below:

• On the desktop, press Windows key + X and select
  Device Manager.
• Click on View and select
  Show Hidden Devices.
• Check for the webcam under Imaging Devices.
• If the webcam is listed, then right-click on it and select
  Update Driver Software
• Select Browse My Computer for Driver Software and follow the prompted steps.

Please post back with the result for further assistance