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Bluetooth Driver for Windows 11: How to Download & Install [3 Ways]
The fastest way is to use the Device Manager
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Updated onSeptember 4, 2024
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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:
With the right Bluetooth driver for Windows 11 you’ll make sure your device works properly for wireless connections.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to install the necessary drivers so you can use any Bluetooth device.
How can I download and install a Bluetooth driver for Windows 11?
1. Use Device Manager to download Windows 11 Bluetooth drivers
1.Right-click on theStarticon and chooseDevice Managerfrom the options.
2.Now expand theBluetoothsection and right-click on the driver shown in order to chooseUpdate driver.
3.Next, selectSearch automatically for drivers.
4.Click on theSelect for updated drivers on Windows Updateoption.
5.Navigate toAdvanced options,followed byOptional updates.where you will find the Bluetooth driver ready for download.
6.Check the box next to it then click on theDownload & installbutton.
The easiest way to install a Bluetooth driver on your Windows 11 device is via Device Manager and Windows Update. This way, you don’t need to browse the web for the driver, and the entire process is much faster.
Now the device should be ready and you can connect,share files,and more.
2. Download a Windows 11 Bluetooth driver from the manufacturer’s website
Once the file is downloaded to your computer, all you have to do is double-click on it and follow the on-screen steps in order to install the Windows 11 Bluetooth driver.
3. Use trustworthy third-party software
An alternative to manually downloading the necessary Bluetooth driver on Windows 11, is to use a third-party tool that manages drivers.
PC HelpSoft Driver Updater, which is a lightweight software solution designed particularly for individuals who don’t want to waste time completing procedures such as the above, you can say goodbye to driver errors or downloads.
The software will take care of all your computer drivers automatically and ensure that you don’t encounter any issues regarding them.
⇒Get PC HelpSoft Driver Updater
What are the differences between Bluetooth and Bluetooth Low Energy?
Bluetooth Low Energy sends small packets of data over short periods thus saving energy, unlike the classic version that uses two-way continuous communication. As a result, Low Energy uses up to 100 times less energy.
If interested, check out this guide to know how toincrease Bluetooth range on Windowsdevices.
Connecting your Bluetooth devices
Now that you have downloaded the Bluetooth driver on Windows 11, you might wonder how to connect to new devices. The process is simple as it can be done by accessing theBluetooth & devicessection from Settings.However, if you encounter any troubles during the process, we recommend that you take a look at our post on how to fixBluetooth not detecting devices in Windows.
If you’re on an older version of Windows, we also have a guide on how toinstall Bluetooth driver on Windows 10, so don’t miss it. And if anything goes wrong, you can just as easilyreinstall the Bluetooth driver.
Summary
Was this guide useful? Did you manage to download and install a Bluetooth driver for Windows 11 using our solutions? Don’t hesitate to tell us in the comments section below as well as whether you have more methods in mind.
More about the topics:driver,Windows 11
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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