What is Automatic Ducking in Discord and How to Stop It?

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Published onAugust 23, 2024

published onAugust 23, 2024

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If you have ever been interrupted by automatic Discord ducking when you are in a meaningful conversation or at an exciting point in a game, you might want to disable it. In this guide, we will discuss simple methods to stop automatic ducking in Discord.

What is Automatic Ducking in Discord?

Automatic Discord ducking enhances audio clarity by minimizing background noise or music’s volume as soon as another user starts speaking.

When enabled, Automatic Discord ducking monitors the audio input and output levels and reduces the overall volume when a new speaker joins the conversation, which may sometimes result in unbalanced audio output.

How can I stop Automatic Ducking in Discord?

1. Turn off Automatic Ducking

2. Modify the Global Attenuation settings

3. Change the output device

4. Reduce Input Sensitivity

If you are facing other issues related to Discord, likethe app not openingorfreezing, here are the quick steps to fix the problems.

5. Modify the Communications activity (Windows computer)

6. Disable the Exclusive control (Windows computer)

Now you know what automatic ducking is in Discord and how to control it or stop it entirely from occurring.

If you have any other questions or suggestions about the topic, feel free to mention them in the comments section below.

What is Automatic Ducking in Discord and How to Stop It?#

What is Automatic Ducking in Discord?#

How can I stop Automatic Ducking in Discord?#

1. Turn off Automatic Ducking#

2. Modify the Global Attenuation settings#

3. Change the output device#

4. Reduce Input Sensitivity#

5. Modify the Communications activity (Windows computer)#

6. Disable the Exclusive control (Windows computer)#