Fix Pixel Tablet microphone issues

If your Pixel Tablet's microphone isn't working or sounds quiet, here are a few steps that you can try to fix the issue.

Check if your microphone can pick up sound

Use the steps below to identify if the issue is with your Pixel Tablet's microphone or with an app.

Check that your microphone is turned on and not muted

In Quick Settings:

Swipe down from the top of your screen.
Tap Mic access.
If your microphone is turned on, it will display 'Available'. If it's turned off, it will display 'Blocked'.

In an open app:

If your Pixel Tablet's microphone is not picking up your voice during calls or in any of your apps, check if you have the mute button pressed on the call or app screen. If the mute

icon is displayed, your microphone won't pick up any sound from your end.

Try to record audio

Test your microphone by recording audio on your Pixel Tablet:

On your device, open the Recorder app.
Tap Record .
When you're done recording, tap Pause Save.
Open and play the audio that you recorded to check if your microphone picked up sound.

If there is no audio recorded in the sound file, follow the steps in Fix a Pixel Tablet microphone that doesn't work.

Try using the microphone to make a Meet call

Use the Google Meet app to check if your microphone works with apps.

Open your device's Google Meet app .
Tap New under 'Connect on Meet', tap a contact.
Start a call with your selected contact:

To make a video call, tap Call .

To make a voice call, tap Voice call .

If your contact is unable to hear you, follow the steps in Fix a Pixel Tablet microphone that doesn't work.

Fix a Pixel Tablet microphone that doesn't work

Reinstall apps with microphone issues

If only certain apps have issues with the tablet's microphone, delete those apps and then reinstall your apps by following these steps:

Open the Google Play Store app.
At the top right, tap the profile icon.
Tap Manage apps and devices Manage.
Tap the name of the app that you want to delete.
Tap Uninstall.

Tip: If you delete or disable an app, you can add it back to your tablet. If you bought an app, you can reinstall it without buying it again. Learn how to reinstall and re-enable apps.

From the same Manage screen, go back to the top and tap This device Not installed to locate the apps that you deleted and then tap Install or Enable.

Restart your Pixel Tablet

If you are experiencing issues with your microphone, try to restart your Pixel Tablet:

Swipe down from the top of your screen.
Tap Power Restart .

Note: If you have a PIN, pattern or password set up on your tablet, you'll need to enter it after a restart, even if you set up a fingerprint.

Update your Pixel Tablet

Outdated software versions of the Tablet can cause issues with communication between the different apps and functions of the device, including the microphone. Update your software by following the steps below:

Open your device's Settings app.
Tap System Software updates.
Check the screen for device software updates.
If an update exists, tap it follow the on-screen instructions.

If the steps above don't help resolve the issue with your Pixel Tablet's microphone, contact us for further assistance.

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