3 Ways to Fix the Notification Sound Not Working on Windows 11

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Troubleshoot Sound Output Devices

Windows 11 has a handy troubleshooting tool to fix issues with sound output devices. If the connected speaker has issues, run the troubleshooter to fix the problem. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1:Use the Windows + I key to openSettings> selectSystemfrom the left sidebar > clickSound.

Step 2:Go to Troubleshoot common sound problems and click onOutput devicesin front of it.

Step 3:Select youroutput devicefrom the following menu and hitNext. Wait for the troubleshooter to run and check the results.

Fix 2: Check Notification Sound Settings for a Specific App

Do you face notification sound issues only in a specific app? You should check notification settings for affected apps from the Settings menu. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1:Open theSettings appand go to theSystemfrom the sidebar. SelectNotifications.

Step 2:Scroll down to installed apps and click on therelevant app.

Step 3:Enable thePlay a sound when a notification arrivestoggle. Repeat the same for all affected apps.

Also Read:How to change or disable notification sounds in Windows 11

Fix 3: Restart Windows Audio

You can restart Windows audio services to fix the notification sound not working problem. This will help refresh sound services on your Windows device. Follow the below steps to do it.

Step 1:Open theServices appand right-click onWindows Audio.

Step 2:Then, click onRestart.

Wait for Windows sound services to restart. Once done, check and see if notification sounds are working as expected on your Windows 11 device.

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Last updated on 26 June, 2024

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