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5 Quick Ways to Fix Opera GX When the Sound Is Not Working
Updating your sound drivers and clearing cache might do the trick
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Updated onJune 13, 2024
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You are listening to your favorite music or watching a movie, but the audio is not working in your Opera GX. This is not a scenario anyone wants to find themselves in.
The first thing you’ll want to do is check your volume controls. If the volume is muted or set too low, the sound won’t play when you visit certain websites. You can take steps toimprove sound quality on your PCif sites continuously play at low volume.
Sometimes, however, you may still experience sound issues even when the volume is set at a decent level. Restarting your PC can solve all kinds of problems with software and hardware, so it’s worth trying before doing anything else if you’re having sound issues on Opera GX.
You might just be able to reboot your computer and get everything working again without doing anything else.
Why does my Opera GX not have sound?
There are several reasons why your Opera GX may not have sound. If you can see the audio icon and hear your computer’s sound, the problem is likely due to a setting in the device.
Other possible reasons include:
If any of the above are the cause for your sound not working in your browser, proceed to try one or more of our recommended solutions below.
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How do I fix Opera GX if the audio is not working?
1. Update your device drivers
Alternatively, you can alsodownload the audio driverstraight from the manufacturer’s website. You however need to be cautious when taking this route as not just any driver will be compatible with your device.
Another option is to use an automatic tool likeOutbyte Driver Updaterthat will scan your drivers and automatically install the newest versions to your machine.
2. Clear cache and data from Opera GX
3. Run an antivirus scan
4. Uninstall any third-party programs/apps
5. Uninstall and reinstall Opera GX
How do I change the audio output on Opera GX?
The default audio output on your browser is your OS’s default device. That’s why if you have multiple devices, you can easily switch if your audio is not working in Opera GX.
If you wish to change the audio output on Opera GX and have an external audio device, such as a USB headset, you can change the output device and it will automatically change for your browser too.
You can change it by right-clicking on the speaker icon in the system tray. In there, you can select a different device or even an application to use as an output.
Should you run into a problem whereWindows cannot find your audio device, don’t hesitate to check out our detailed article on the steps to follow.
You may also be interested in installingaudio enhancers, especially if you want an enjoyable experience playing video games and music on your browser.
A similar issue has been spotted in other browsers, and we already showed you what to do ifOpera has no sound, so don’t miss it.
Sound issues aren’t uncommon, and evenOpera GX users reported that background music is not workingfor them, but we tackled this issue in another guide, so don’t miss it.
This isn’t the only issue, and many reported thatmicrophone isn’t working in Opera GX, but we have a guide that addresses it.
If none of these apply to you or if you have found another solution for this problem, please leave a comment below with your experience and how you solved it.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
