# How to change the default microphone used by Voice In?

You can update the microphone setting at the browser or operating system levels.

**NOTE:** Sometimes, the browser may be unable to update the microphone used. In this case, you need to update the microphone being used at the OS level.

## Update in Browser

To check or change the microphone Voice In uses, go to the [Voice In Options page](https://dictanote.co/voicein/options/). You should see the current microphone being used. Click on the **Change** button at the end of the line. 

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This will open the browser's microphone settings page. The circled value below shows the browser's current microphone. To change the microphone used by Voice In, click on the dropdown and select the microphone you wish to use.&#x20;

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Now, go back to the [Voice In Options page](https://dictanote.co/voicein/options/) and verify that it uses the correct microphone.

If this method doesn't work, update the OS level's default microphone as described below.

## Update at OS Level

**For Windows:**

1. **Open Sound Settings:**
   * Click the Start menu and select 'Settings'.
   * Go to 'System' and then 'Sound'.
2. **Select the Correct Microphone:**
   * Under 'Input', ensure the correct microphone is selected.
   * Speak into the microphone and check if the input level indicator moves. This means your microphone is working correctly.

Checking the microphone on Windows 11

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**For macOS:**

1. **Open Sound Preferences:**
   * Click the Apple menu and select 'System Settings'.
   * Click on 'Sound'.
2. **Select the Correct Microphone:**
   * Go to the 'Input' tab and select your microphone.
   * Speak into the microphone and check if the input level indicator moves. This means your microphone is working correctly.