How do I allow microphone access for the scribe?

1. Open Windows Settings

• Press Windows + I or click Start > Settings.

2. Go to Privacy & Security

• In the left pane, select Privacy & security.

3. Open Microphone Settings

• Under App permissions, click Microphone.

4. Enable Microphone Access

Make sure these switches are turned On:

• Microphone access
• Let apps access your microphone

5. Allow Your Browser

• Scroll through the app list.
• Find your browser (Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, etc.).
• Ensure its toggle is On.

6. Open Browser Settings

Microsoft Edge

• Click the ⋯ menu (top-right).
• Select Settings.

Google Chrome

• Click the ⋮ menu (top-right).
• Select Settings.

7. Check Site Permissions

Navigate to:

• Cookies and site permissions (Edge), or
• Privacy and security > Site Settings (Chrome)

Then select Microphone.

8. Allow Microphone Requests

Choose either:

• Ask first (recommended), or
• Allow sites to use your microphone

9. Reload the Website

• Return to the website.
• Refresh the page.
• When prompted, click Allow for microphone access.

Troubleshooting

If the microphone still doesn't work:

1. Verify the correct microphone is selected in Windows.
2. Close and reopen the browser.
3. Restart the PC.
4. Test the microphone in Settings > System > Sound > Input.

This process works for Windows 11 with Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, and most Chromium-based browsers.