Discord's built-in Mic Test feature ensures clear and reliable voice communication, enhancing your gaming experience. Audio issues can be disruptive, especially when coordinating with your team, but with this simple tool, you can quickly verify your microphone's functionality before hopping into any important call or gaming session.

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How to Use the Mic Test in Discord

NOTE: : Discord’s Mic Test feature is only available on desktop/browser.

1. Select the cogwheel icon [] in the lower-left corner of the app to access your User Settings.

Cogwheel icon on Discord Desktop/Browser

2. Navigate to the Voice & Video tab and make sure you’re under the Voice section.

3. Under Mic Test tap on Let’s Check to begin testing your mic.

Mic Test feature in Voice & Video Settings

4. Your voice will be played back to you through the selected output device, allowing you to check if your microphone is working properly. Once you're finished with your test, tap on Stop Testing to stop the test.

Troubleshooting Steps

NOTE: If you test your mic while connected to a voice channel, you will be automatically muted & deafened. You will not be able to communicate in the voice channel again until the test has been completed.

If Discord isn’t detecting your microphone, you may see an error message like the one below that says “Discord isn’t detecting any input from your mic. Please check that you’ve selected the right input device”. In that case, please check your input and output devices to ensure the correct ones are selected.

Example of an error message you’ll see if your microphone isn’t transmitting

NOTE: If the correct input and output is selected and you’re still running into an issue, please check out the Discord Voice and Video Troubleshooting Help Center article for further troubleshooting steps.