Microphone Muted in Settings But Still Picks Up Sound Fix [2026]

Quick Answer: Mic picks up sound despite muting due to exclusive mode or multiple mic sources. Disable "Allow applications to take exclusive control" in Sound settings.

Fix

Disable Exclusive Mode

Control Panel → Sound → Recording → Mic Properties → Advanced → Uncheck "Allow applications to take exclusive control"

Check Default Device

Control Panel → Sound → Recording → Ensure correct mic is default

Disable Other Mics

Control Panel → Sound → Recording → Disable other microphones

Update Audio Driver

Device Manager → Audio inputs and outputs → Update driver

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