# Fix Microphone Issues

Step-by-step guide to diagnosing and resolving microphone problems in klarvoice.

## Microphone Not Detected

- Is the microphone physically connected and powered on?
- Is the device recognized by the OS? Open **System Settings → Sound → Input** (macOS) or **Settings → System → Sound → Input** (Windows).
- Restart klarvoice after connecting the microphone.

## Permission Issues

### macOS

1. Open **System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone**.
2. Make sure the toggle next to **klarvoice** is enabled.
3. Restart klarvoice for the change to take effect.

### Windows

1. Open **Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone**.
2. Enable **Microphone access** and **Let desktop apps access your microphone**.
3. Restart klarvoice afterwards.

## Troubleshooting Checklist

1. Check the microphone physically — cable, USB port, battery level.
2. Check OS input — is the microphone visible in system sound settings?
3. Check permissions — does klarvoice have microphone access?
4. Is the correct microphone selected in klarvoice?
5. Is the input level sufficient?
6. Restart klarvoice.
7. Restart your Mac / PC.
8. Uninstall and reinstall klarvoice.

> **Tip:** On macOS 14+, some OS updates require re-confirming microphone permissions. If klarvoice suddenly stops recording after a macOS update, check permissions first.