How to Access Sound Control Panel on Windows?


To open the Sound Control Panel on Windows, right-click the speaker icon in your system tray and choose "Sound settings." In the Sound settings window, click "Sound Control Panel" or "More sound settings." Alternatively, press Windows Key + R, type mmsys.cpl, and press Enter to launch the Sound Control Panel directly.

Steps to Access Sound Control Panel on Windows

  • Right-click the speaker icon in the system tray (bottom-right corner of your screen).
  • Select "Sound settings" from the context menu.
  • In the Sound settings window, scroll down and click "Sound Control Panel" (Windows 10) or "More sound settings" (Windows 11).
  • The Sound Control Panel will open, allowing you to manage playback, recording, and other audio devices.

Alternative Method:

  • Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog.
  • Type mmsys.cpl and press Enter.
  • The Sound Control Panel will open immediately.

Control Panel Method:

  • Open the Control Panel from the Start menu.
  • Click on "Hardware and Sound," then select "Sound" to access the Sound Control Panel.
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