Learn how to troubleshoot Bluetooth problems in Windows. Resolve issues connecting a Bluetooth device or accessory.

Before starting, make sure that the Windows 11 device supports Bluetooth. For more info on how to check, see Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows. For help with adding non-Bluetooth devices, see Add …

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If you are using a Windows 10 device, start by running the automated Bluetooth troubleshooter in the Get Help app. It will automatically run diagnostics and attempt to fix this Bluetooth problem. …

Learn how to find and adjust additional Bluetooth settings and Bluetooth options in Windows.

This issue can occur for several reasons, including incorrect Bluetooth settings, outdated or incompatible drivers, stopped system services, hardware malfunctions, or problems by recent Windows updates. …

These issues can occur when Bluetooth is turned on but the device is not in pairing mode, is out of range, has a low battery, or is experiencing driver, service, or update-related problems. Try the …

For Windows devices that have Bluetooth, Bluetooth can be turned on and off. Turning Bluetooth off and on resets Bluetooth and might help with Bluetooth connection issues.

If your Bluetooth device connects to Windows but you hear no sound, experience low audio quality, or face frequent disconnections, it can disrupt your audio experience.

If you're experiencing sound only from the left or right side of your Bluetooth headphones or speaker on Windows 11, it may be due to system settings, pairing issues, or problems with the audio device itself.