MicSwitch tool lets users mute or unmute their system microphone using a predefined system-wide hotkey. So, any program that uses a microphone can be stopped in an instant. Launch MicSwitch.

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If your microphone has something similar, check the app settings to see if there are auto-unmute or level-related checks that could affect the mute. Applications may take exclusive control of the ...