How to Turn on Bluetooth on Windows 10/11
From Bluetooth headphones and smartphones to speakers and mice, Bluetooth is necessary for much of our modern computer tech. To connect these devices to your computer, you must first turn on Bluetooth. Fortunately, Windows makes this super easy.
Keep reading to learn how to turn on Bluetooth on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Steps to Turn on Bluetooth for Windows 10
Knowing how to turn on Bluetooth on Windows 10 will get you started with using your wireless gear. Follow these simple steps to enable Bluetooth (it’s essentially the same as turning Bluetooth off):
1. Open Settings. There’s a shortcut to it when you right-click the Start button, but it’s also accessible through a search for the Win+i hotkey.
2. Select Devices.
3. Ensure that Bluetooth & other devices are selected on the left.
4. Select the toggle next to Bluetooth to switch it on. With Bluetooth turned on, you can easily pair your devices to Windows 10.
Steps to Turn on Bluetooth for Windows 11
The steps for enabling Bluetooth on Windows 10 differ slightly compared to Windows 11, but it’s still quite simple. Here’s where to find the Windows 11 Bluetooth toggle:
1. Open Settings. There are a few ways to do it, but pressing Win+i is the easiest.
2. Select Bluetooth & devices on the left side.
3. Select the toggle next to Bluetooth. It says On after you’ve turned on Bluetooth.
Tip: Another handy way to toggle Bluetooth on in Windows 11 is from the taskbar. Down by the clock, select the network and audio icon group (or press Win+A), and then select the Bluetooth icon.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to detect Bluetooth microphone on Windows? There are a few ways to detect an already-paired Bluetooth mic: toggle Bluetooth off and then back on, power the mic off and then back on, or reboot your computer.
Why does your Bluetooth device disappear on Windows 11? Disappearing Bluetooth devices can be caused by a deeper issue with the Bluetooth radio. If not, the device could have been deleted from Windows 11; re-pair it to try again.
Why can’t I find my Bluetooth device on Windows 10? The most likely reason a Bluetooth device is missing in Windows 10 is because it was removed. Try repairing it to your computer.