Below, we have detailed explanations for the potential causes:
Applications Conflict with Hardware Vendors- Hardware vendor applications may conflict with Windows sound management, especially during gaming sessions, resulting in irregular volume levels.Corrupted or Defective Realtek Drivers- It has been discovered that corrupted or defective Realtek audio drivers can contribute to this issue. An update from Realtek was reported to be faulty and a probable cause of the problem.Enabled Communication Activity- This feature automatically lowers the volume by 80 to 50 percent based on your settings to facilitate clearer communication. Despite its usefulness, it can sometimes result in unexpected volume changes.Stopped Windows Audio Service- If the Windows Audio Service is disabled, sound output from the computer will stop.Enabled Enhancements- Although sound enhancement features can improve audio quality, they can also lead to sound issues in certain scenarios.Software Conflicts- Unidentified third-party applications, including those from vendors, can cause conflicts. To resolve this, a clean boot is advised.
1. Remove Causing Apps from Hardware Vendor Applications
When a vendor-supplied application is connected with your system’s audio settings, it can unintentionally cause fluctuations in volume. By identifying and removing these conflicting applications, you eliminate the possibility of them overriding your audio preferences, thus stabilizing your volume levels.
2. Re-install Audio Driver
Defective audio drivers may be the cause of the issue. When you uninstall and re-install the driver, you’re essentially refreshing the software that enables your computer’s audio to function properly. This can clear up any inconsistencies or errors that were causing the volume to adjust irregularly. By reinstalling the audio driver, your system gets a fresh start to work with, which may eliminate the volume control issue you’re experiencing.
3. Disable Communications Activity
Communications Activity is a Windows feature that adjusts application volumes during communications. When activated, this feature automatically lowers the volume of other sounds when the system detects communication activity, like a phone call or conference call. By toggling this setting off, you prevent Windows from making these automatic adjustments, thus maintaining a steady audio level.
4. Perform a Clean Boot
When you perform a clean boot, Windows starts with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This simpler environment eliminates any interference from non-essential applications, which can sometimes be the reasons behind your persistent audio issues. By running only the core components, you’re better able to identify if a background program is the root cause of the volume fluctuations.
5. Disable Audio Enhancements
These enhancements are designed to improve audio quality; however, they can sometimes interfere with the normal processing of audio signals, leading to unexpected volume fluctuations or other audio issues. By disabling them, you allow the sound to flow without changes through your system’s default processing pathway, which can eliminate these conflicts and restore consistent audio playback.
6. Run Playing Audio Troubleshooter
Audio troubleshooter can automatically adjust settings, reinstall drivers, and remove conflicts that might interfere with the smooth operation of your audio output, thereby improving your auditory experience with minimal user intervention.
7. Restart Windows Audio Service
The Windows Audio Service acts as the foundation for all sound-related functions on a Windows system. When it malfunctions or stops unexpectedly, the audio can become unpredictable, leading to volume fluctuations. By rebooting this service, you’re basically resetting its configuration to default and clearing any temporary glitches that might have been causing this behavior.
