Windows 10: Can't get Built In Microphones to work as Input when 3.5mm Earbuds Are Used as Output

I have a laptop with 2 built in microphone array mics for voice input. Usually they work fine with my devices. However I also have a 3.5mm dual jack that I use with standard wired earbuds. When I plug in the 3.5mm earbuds, my laptop doesn't seem to recognize it as a separate device. The output is still Speakers Realtek Audio, the same as when the output is my laptop speakers. This is an issue because it also uses the built in mic on the wired earbuds for voice input. I can't seem to differentiate between the built in microphone array and built in mic on the earbuds. When I go to sound control panel and click Microphone Array properties, it shows both InsideMobileLid Digital Jack, and Right Panel 3.5mm Jack under the Jack Information.

So, how can I use my built in microphone array mics as the input when these earbuds are connected for the Output? It seems the 3.5mm jack is being detected as my regular Speakers and Microphone Array when connected. Is this because the 3.5mm jack is a dual input and output jack? The mic on the wired earbuds is really crappy compared to the built in laptop ones, leading to the issue. Thanks for any feedback!

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