On your PC, select Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices > Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth. Choose the device and follow additional instructions if they appear, then select Done .

Learn how to troubleshoot Bluetooth problems in Windows. Resolve issues connecting a Bluetooth device or accessory.

To determine if your Windows 11 PC supports LE Audio, do the following: Select Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices . Select Devices . Scroll to the Device settings section. Look for the presence of a setting titled Use LE Audio when available. Ensure this setting is turned On to use LE Audio.

When you open Control Panel, the Bluetooth Devices item is not present. Additionally, your computer may not recognize your Microsoft Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. This issue occurs if one of the following conditions is true: The Bluetooth Support service has not been started.

To find the link for the driver you need, select the dropdown list below and then scroll through it to find the type of Surface you have. After you've selected it, you'll see the available links for that type of Surface device model. Select the link for your model to get the latest firmware and drivers for sound, display, ethernet, and Wi-Fi.

Receive photos, videos, or other kinds of files that you or a friend shares from another device, such as a phone, laptop, or tablet. On your PC, select Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Learn how to pair. Make sure the device that files will be sent from appears and shows as Paired.

Connect a device using a Microsoft Bluetooth transceiver with First Connect. Some Bluetooth device models include transceivers with buttons on them to make it easier to pair the device to the computer. Plug the Microsoft Bluetooth transceiver into a USB port.

You can use this feature to connect your computer to a PC or phone’s hotspot through Bluetooth instead of using Wi-Fi. To use BTPAN, you will need a Bluetooth adapter on your computer, and another device that has Bluetooth and supports hotspot functionality.

For a Bluetooth-enabled device or accessory to work with your PC that’s running Windows 10, the device needs to use one of the supported Bluetooth profiles below. To find out what profiles your Bluetooth device supports, check the documentation that came with it or visit the manufacturer’s website.

If you are having problems with Bluetooth audio devices (or Bluetooth in general) in Windows 11, see Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows. If pressing the Connect button in action center doesn't find your device in Windows 10, here are some things to try: