Audio Is Distorted Or Doesn't Work

Before looking for ways to improve your audio system, check that audio is not muted or low on laptop.

An overheated laptop and fan can often be confused for audio malfunction. Dust buildup and prolonged use with little to no ventilation can cause overheating. Leave laptop unused for 20 minutes to cool down before cleaning. Test again to see if this was the cause of audio distortion.

Dirt and water damage can have a big impact on a laptop’s audio. Use a soft brush or compressed air to clean and remove dirt from speaker grills.

On the bottom right of the screen, click the speaker button and click the dropdown to select the correct output device. Make sure that

It is possible that somebody might have changed the audio setting on your computer, so resetting the audio setting can help solve this problem.

One reason for no sound problem is the outdated drivers for your hardware devices. You can update your driver manually by going to the manufactures website and searching for the most recent, correct drivers.

It’s possible you didn’t set your headphones or speakers as the default device. Click on the Audio icon in the lower right corner of the screen, Choose the correct speakers, then Set to Default, Click OK to save changes.