4 Ways to Change the Default Sound Output Device in Windows 10 & 11
Any device that can play sounds on your computer, including speakers and headphones, will be listed as an output device. Sometimes your sound might not be working, requiring you to select the right output device. Here are the different ways to change the default sound device.
Video tutorial:
How to Change The Default Sound Output Device in Windows 10 - Taskbar
Click on the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen.
Click on the small arrow to expand the list of devices.
Click on the playback device you want to use. That device will automatically play sound.
Click anywhere on your screen to close the playback device settings if it's still on your screen.
How to Change The Default Sound Output Device in Windows 10 - Settings