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How to Fix Microsoft Edge if There Is No Sound on YouTube
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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While playing Youtube videos, you must have experienced no sound on the Edge browser. We should help you get it fixed in this article.
With Windows 10 and 11 came a new web browser called Edge. And it brought many changes and improvements compared to its predecessor, Internet Explorer 10.
It is one of the best browsers to use on a Windows OS. However, users reported playback issues with YouTube while using the Edge browser on Windows 10 and 11, so today, we’re giving you a few tips on how to fix this issue.
This is not peculiar to Edge, and some users have also struggled with issues ofno sound in Google Chrome.
Why is YouTube playing with no sound?
When YouTube plays without sound, there could be a few factors responsible. Some are peculiar to Youtube or the browser, while others are system-wide problems.
Here are the most common reasons why you can’t get sound on YouTube:
How do I find audio settings in Edge?
Other than the ability to mute tab volumes, or individual videos playing from a browser, there are no sound settings on Edge, and you will only be able to tweak the sound from the computer Settings.
Speaking of audio issues inEdge, users reported the following problems:
Quick Tip:
Try loading YouTube videos with a lighter browser, such as Opera One, for better audio quality. Enable its hardware acceleration feature to boost up speed even more.
Opera One runs on a Chromium engine and uses very few CPU and RAM resources. Make sure to activate the built-in adblocker to remove the need to load unnecessary ads. The battery-saver feature will also help.
Opera One
How do I fix YouTube sound problems on Edge?
1. Clear browsing history and cache
2. Reinstall the audio driver
Now verify that the no sound on Edge on Windows 10/11 is fixed; if not, move on to the next solution.
3. Turn off Adobe Flash
If the issue of no sound in Edge while playing YouTube videos persists, go to the next solution.
4. Use software rendering
5. Restart Edge
Restarting your browser is an effective way of fixing many minor browser issues. When the browser is relaunched, it allows some processes to close and startup correctly.
If you’re having audio problems withEdge, you might be able to fix them with this simple workaround.
Remember that this is a temporary solution, so the issue may reappear.
6. Change User agent string
After doing that, the problem with YouTube audio should be resolved. This is an unusual solution, but some users claim it works for them, so you might want to try using this workaround.
To achieve the best results, open the desired video, and change the User agent string as we showed you above.
Remember that you’ll have to repeat this solution for every YouTube video you want to watch, so this probably isn’t the best long-term solution.
7. Change the audio format
According to users, Microsoft Edge supports surround sound and Dolby Digital Plus Portable audio.
However, sometimes Dolby Digital Plus audio format can be problematic and cause audio problems with YouTube videos inEdge.
You must change your audio settings from the 7.1 to the 2.1 channel to fix this issue. After that, save changes, and the problem with YouTube videos should be resolved.
8. Unmute sound on the tab
You should also ensure the YouTube player does not mute the video.
9. Turn off Windows Defender SmartScreen
Note that your internet security can be compromised if SmartScreen is disabled. After you have finished watching YouTube videos, you may turn on SmartScreen protection once again.
10. Try using Playing audio troubleshooter
Microsoft Edge not showing in volume mixer
Microsoft Edge sound settings are usually found in the volume mixer of your computer. However, if you do not see Edge on the volume mixer, it is most likely because you do not have any sound playing from the browser. In such cases, there is nothing you can do till sound starts playing.
Sometimes, there may be a real problem with the browser sound, and the solutions in this guide should restore sound to the volume mixer. In extreme cases, you may have to reinstall the browser.
That’s all; we hope at least some of these solutions helped you with your YouTube problem in Microsoft Edge.
If you have any comments, suggestions, or maybe another solution for this issue, don’t hesitate to write to us in the comment section below.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
