Windows 10 has moved many settings to the Settings app, but the classic Sound Control Panel is still accessible for advanced sound configurations. You can open it using various methods, such as through Settings, Control Panel, or the Run dialog box. Below are detailed steps to
access sound control panel for each method.
How to Access Sound Control Panel on Windows 10?
Method 1: Through Windows Settings
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Navigate to System > Sound.
- Click Sound Control Panel under the Related settings section.
Method 2: Through Control Panel
- Press the Windows key, type Control Panel, and open it.
- Set View by to Category and select Hardware and Sound.
- Click on Sound to open the Sound Control Panel.
Method 3: Through Run Dialog Box
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type mmsys.cpl and press Enter.
Method 4: Through File Explorer
- Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
- Paste Control Panel\Hardware and Sound into the address bar.
- Click on Sound.
Method 5: Via Taskbar
- Right-click the speaker icon in the taskbar.
- Select Open Sound settings.
- Click on Sound Control Panel under Related Settings.