Setting up headphones on your Windows 10 PC ensures you get the best audio experience while listening to music, watching videos, or playing games. By properly configuring your headphone settings, you can control volume, select the appropriate output/input devices, and make sure everything works smoothly. Here's how to set up your headphones on Windows 10.

Steps to Configure Headphones Settings in Windows 10

1️⃣ Set App Volume and Device Preferences

Windows 10 allows you to manage audio settings for individual apps, ensuring that your headphones are used for specific tasks.

📌 Steps:

  1. Go to Settings by pressing Win + I or clicking the Start button and selecting Settings.
  2. Click on System, then select Sound from the left pane.
  3. Under the Advanced sound options, click App volume and device preferences.
  4. Find your app in the list, and then select headphones as the output and input device for that app.
  5. Adjust the volume levels for each app as needed.

This option lets you fine-tune the sound settings for each app, ensuring that all apps use your headphones for audio.

2️⃣ Set Headphones as the Default Audio Output Device

To make sure your headphones are the default device for sound output, follow these steps:

📌 Steps:

  1. Right-click the Start button and select Settings.
  2. Navigate to System > Sound.
  3. Scroll down and click on More sound settings under the Related settings section.
  4. In the Sound window, find your headphones under the Playback tab.
  5. Right-click your headphones and select Set as Default Device.

Now, your headphones will be the default output device for all system sounds.

3️⃣ Set Your Headset as the Default Input Device (Microphone)

If your headphones have a built-in microphone and you want to use it as the default input device, follow these steps:

📌 Steps:

  1. Right-click the Start button and open Settings.
  2. Go to System > Sound.
  3. Under Input, click the drop-down menu and select your headphones as the default input device.

This will ensure your microphone is set to the one in your headphones, perfect for video calls or gaming sessions.

Final Thoughts

Setting up your headphones correctly on Windows 10 ensures a better audio experience. Whether you're adjusting settings for specific apps or setting your headphones as the default audio output and input device, following these steps will allow you to customize your sound preferences easily. With these settings in place, you can enjoy optimal sound quality and use your headphones efficiently for all tasks on your PC.