PURPOSE Testing your microphone before a call prevents meeting delays. STEPS Open sound settings or meeting app settings, select the correct microphone, and use the test feature. CHECK Speak normally and confirm the input level moves or the test recording plays back clearly. COMMON FIXES Unmute the microphone, reconnect the headset, close other apps using the microphone, or select a different input device. TIP External headsets often sound better than built-in laptop microphones in noisy areas.