Duolingo is excellent for learning languages, but mic issues can lead to a lot of distress while learning a new language.
In this guide, we will show you how to check if your microphone is working correctly.
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Duolingo is one of the most popular language apps available today. It lets you learn new languages every day for free.
Not only does it have a reading component, but a listening and speaking component as well. But for these, you need a microphone to make use of Duolingo properly.
Not just the new but experienced users, too, may face audio issues with the application. So to have a better, uninterrupted experience, it is essential to diagnose such issues early on.
How Do I Enable Microphone On Duolingo?
After you log in, get started – the microphone should connect automatically.
First of all, make sure you’re using the Google Chrome browser, as speaking will not work on the other browsers. Next, make sure you have given Chrome permission to connect your microphone to speak.
That’s it; your mic should detect and connect automatically once it has permission.
Why Is The App Not Asking Me To Speak?
Don’t worry – this is normal. You do not need to speak all the time while learning languages.
If you’re not being asked to speak yet, it means that you are currently doing a reading or listening exercise. Wait until the speech part of the lesson begins, where you will be asked to speak.
How Do I Fix My Microphone Not Being Detected?
Here’s how you can fix your microphone settings if Duolingo doesn’t detect it:
- First of all, check to see if the microphone is connected correctly and powered on. Then, try and see if it works with other applications.
- Next, go to your Chrome settings page. Here, make sure your microphone is toggled “on” and save this setting.
- Finally, make sure that Duolingo is on your list of websites permitted to use the microphone. If you have not allowed it, you need to change it from Chrome and save that setting manually.
Why Has My Microphone Suddenly Stopped Working?
If the previous steps did not work and you have not found a solution online, a good idea would be to check out the forums for related discussions, threads, and users’ comments.
The comments will give you a better viewpoint of the actual users who may have faced similar issues. In addition, the forums are an excellent place to learn about related user experiences and problems.
Your query is usually answered within 1 or 2 comments. You can also save these user comments and see which option works best for you.
You’ll find both hardware and software issues posted on the discussion forums.
Conclusion
Learning languages is not easy. It takes a lot of sweat and patience to pave your path to mastery.
Duolingo makes it easy to master languages, no matter what skill level you’re at. That aided by the audio support will make it the best experience you can have in foreign learning languages.