By Marlo Anderson – The Tech Ranch
Put on your Bluetooth headphones and the sound still blasts from the speakers? On Windows 11, press Windows key + Ctrl + V and pick where the sound should go.
The Shortcut
- Windows key + Ctrl + V: open Sound output
- Pick speakers, headphones or the TV
- Windows 11
Bonus Tip: Mute Your Mic with Win + Alt + K
On a call, press Windows key + Alt + K to mute or unmute your microphone. It works in Teams and other supported call apps on Windows 11.
More Keyboard Shortcuts, Explained
This is part of my Keyboard Shortcuts Explained series: quick, plain-English tips that make everyday computer work faster. Watch the whole series on YouTube and subscribe to The Tech Ranch so you don’t miss the next one. Short on time? Here’s the quick Short version.
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