Speaking of HDMI, many Windows users reported various HDMI output problems.

HDMI is the gold standard for both audio and video output.

It is used by over 4 billion devices worldwide.

Windows 10 Laptop With Hdmi Port

Most modern PCs make use of the HDMI standard.

Output problems affect nearly all Windows versions from Windows XP to Windows 10.

Use this information to check your hardware and software, and to troubleshoot specific issues.

There are a few simple steps before we move on tomore complicated troubleshooting methods.

If the input source is HDMI 1, youll have to connect thecable to the HDMI1 port.

If your PC and HDMI machine use different cable types, you could buy and make use of adapters.

If your HDMI unit is not set as the default, HDMI output will be unavailable.

Select your HDMI output unit by setting the default unit.This will change the sound to the appropriate devices.

Here are thesteps to configuring the audio output when an HDMI cable is connected.

You will be able to select HDMI as default when using an HDMI connection.

Otherwise, it will output into your computers headphones and/or speakers.

Roll back to an older driver

Open rig Manager then find the malfunctioning driver.

It will usually have an exclamation mark next to it.

Right press the driver and pick the Roll back driver option.

This will set up the preceding version of the driver.

press Properties and go to the Driver tab to find the Roll back option.

Use the default driver by uninstalling the current driver.

The default driver will then install itself.

Visit your motherboard or graphics card brands website and download the drivers for free.

The process is identical with both manufacturers.

This video shows the solution of how to fixWindows 10 not detecting second monitorwhen connected through HDMI.

Performing a full system scan to detect malware may help.

Windows built-in antivirus, Windows Defender, is a capable program.

Ensure that you have thelatest WindowsOS update.

jot down update in the search box to reach the Windows Update section.

Thisworks for every version of Windows.

Then, go to Windows Update, check for updates and roll out the latest available updates.

Replace your cable

Some situations are hardware-related issues as opposed to the software issues written above.

In these cases, you should try other products and see if that solves the output issues.

If your problems persist, just contact Windows 10 Support.

We hope the solutions provided helped you fix your HDMI output problems.

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