How to increase the volume on a laptop: programs to boost speakers

Sometimes laptop users encounter a problem where there is no sound. This problem can be solved in several ways: using a key combination, through the speaker settings, or using special software.

How to add sound on a laptop using the keyboard

The most obvious and easiest way to enhance sound on a laptop is to use the keyboard functionality. More about it:

1. Find two buttons on the keyboard that are responsible for increasing and decreasing the volume. They may be located in the far upper left corner or closer to the right side - the location depends on the device model. (Fig. 1)
2. Also find the Fn button on your keyboard. In most models it is located in the lower left corner next to the Ctrl button. (Fig. 2)
3. To increase or decrease the volume, hold Fn and press one of the two top buttons. In this case, an indicator with sound parameters will be displayed on the screen. (Fig. 3)

How to increase the volume of speakers on a laptop

Another way to increase the sound on a laptop if the above option does not work is to use the speaker settings. The type and presence of an equalizer depends on the sound card of the personal computer, but the principle of operation is largely similar. Volume adjustment using Realtek as an example:

• Open the control panel through the Start menu or through the Windows 10 search form. (Fig. 4)

• Select Hardware and Sound, then go to Sound. (Fig. 5)

• Double-click (or right-click) on the speakers and open their properties. (Fig. 6)

• Go to the “Improvements” tab and select “Equalizer” from the entire list by checking the box. (Fig. 7)

• Next, open the settings window (by clicking next to “Settings”). (Fig. 8)

• In the window that opens, raise all the sliders up to the stop. In this case, the volume will increase, but the quality may drop significantly: grinding, wheezing and sounds unpleasant to the ear will appear. (Fig. 9)

• Alternatively, in the speaker settings, you can check the boxes next to the items “Equalizer”, “Virtual sound”, “Loudness”. This may increase the volume. (Fig. 10)

• Alternatively, go to Speaker Enhancements and check the box next to Loudness, leaving the rest blank. At the top, check “Disable all sound effects.” Click "Apply". (Fig. 11).

How to boost sound on a Windows 10 laptop

Many laptops today have Windows 10 installed, which has a function for increasing the sound quality of speakers or headphones - “Sound Leveling Options”. Detailed instructions:

• On the work panel next to the clock, find the tray icon. Right-click on it and select “Open Sound Settings.” (Fig. 12)

• Scroll down the opened window to select “Sound Control Panel.” (Fig. 13)

• Select the device through which the sound will be output – in this case, “Speakers”. (Fig. 14)

• Select "Properties" and go to the "Advanced Features" tab. Check the box next to Volume Equalization, click Apply and OK. (Fig. 15)

If you tried to run the file on a laptop with Windows 10, but the player did not play it, then it simply cannot understand this format. In this case, install audio-video codecs, which are special programs for signal conversion. Installing them will help correct the volume setting:

• Download the installation package via the Internet to your laptop. For example, this could be the K-Lite Codec Pack, which can be found on the program's official website. Once the download is complete, run the installation file, first closing all programs. (Fig. 16)

• Select the appropriate mode (Normal, Advanced, etc.) and install codecs. (Fig. 17)

Programs to increase sound on a laptop

You can also solve the problem of raising the volume on a laptop using special programs. Popular options:

• A plugin program that significantly improves the quality of sound playback in players and other applications. The control panel contains a block with settings for the type of content and template used, the configuration of the signal processor and speakers, and the general playback control. In the "Content" drop-down list, you can select the type of content to play: voice (speech), movies, games or music. The choice of template that will be used to customize the sound depends on this. The program is shareware. (Fig. 18)

• A program that can help increase the volume of audio or video files on a laptop up to 1000%, i.e. ten times. It works with most popular audio and video formats. This utility will also be useful if the sound is too loud and you decide to reduce it a little. A special feature is its ease of use, because all you need is to select a file and use the buttons to increase the volume to the desired percentage. (Fig. 19)

• A very simple utility from Letasoft that can increase the volume in any OS on a laptop up to 500%, i.e. five times the normal sound level. After installation, an additional speaker will appear in the tray; clicking on it opens the volume gain slider. For convenience, the program provides the ability to control hot keys. You can customize them yourself in your own way. The program is very easy to manage, but keep in mind that its status is shareware. After 14 days of operation, restrictions will appear. You will have to buy it or reinstall it. (Fig. 20)

• Hear. A small program for increasing the volume that will improve the quality of the reproduced sound of music and movies, as well as any application. Features include 3D sound, an advanced equalizer, the ability to control the level of the central audio channel, a speaker correction function and the presence of a virtual subwoofer. The latter will replace the real device due to special settings that significantly increase the laptop's bass. The interface and manual are in English only. This software does not belong to the free category. (Fig. 21)