AirPods are a great way to have an immersive audio experience while using Zoom. However, sometimes AirPods can have trouble connecting to Zoom or may not work properly.
If your AirPods aren’t working with Zoom, a few steps might help fix the issue. First, ensure your AirPods are paired with the correct device. Then, check they are connected properly. These basic steps often resolve the problem.
Keep reading for eight quick solutions to fix AirPods not working with Zoom.
Contents
- 1. Make Sure the AirPods are Paired to Your Device
- 2. Disconnect AirPods from Other Devices
- 3. Select AirPods as Output Device on Zoom
- 4. Make Sure That the AirPods are Connected
- 5. Give Zoom Permission to Access Microphone
- 6. Delete Zoom Folder Under Application Support
- 7. Reset the AirPods
- 8. Reinstall Zoom
1. Make Sure the AirPods are Paired to Your Device
If your AirPods aren’t working with Zoom, first check they’re correctly paired with your device. Open the case and press the button on the back. Once the case light flashes, they’re ready to use.
First, connect your AirPods to your device. Open Bluetooth settings and enable it. Select AirPods from the list of devices and wait for the connection. AirPods will then appear under connected devices.
2. Disconnect AirPods from Other Devices
If your AirPods connect to multiple devices, it can cause issues with Zoom. To fix this, disconnect them from other devices.
To disconnect your AirPods, unlock the device and turn off Bluetooth. Your AirPods will then disconnect automatically.
3. Select AirPods as Output Device on Zoom
If your AirPods aren’t working on a Zoom call, they may not be set as the output device. Try these steps to fix it:
1. Open the Zoom app and join a meeting.
2. Now open the Settings of the Zoom app.
3. Click the dropdown next to the Speaker.
5. Select AirPods from the list of available devices.
That’s it; you are done!
4. Make Sure That the AirPods are Connected
5. Pick AirPods from the device list.
Your AirPods might disconnect during a Zoom call due to a low battery or a firmware problem.
To quickly check if your AirPods are still connected, look at the control panel on your device. If you see the AirPods icon, they’re still connected.
5. Give Zoom Permission to Access Microphone
If your AirPods have disconnected, reconnect them from your device.
Give Zoom permission to access your microphone the first time you use the app on Android, iOS, and Mac devices. Here’s how to check and allow it on Android:
1. First, open Settings and then select the App list within App Management.
2. Next, find Zoom and open it. Tap on Permissions from the options available.
3. Check Permissions to ensure the Microphone is turned on.
If it isn’t, press Allow to grant the permission.
If you’re on an iPhone or iPad, go to Settings and select Privacy. Tap on Microphone and see if Zoom appears in the list of apps with microphone access. If Zoom isn’t there, turn on the toggle for it.
6. Delete Zoom Folder Under Application Support
If you use a Mac, open System Preferences and click on Security & Privacy. Under the Privacy tab, choose Microphone from the left sidebar. Ensure Zoom has access by checking the box next to it.
Sometimes the Zoom folder under Application Support on a Mac causes problems with audio or video calls. In such cases, delete this folder and then re-launch the Zoom app to see if it fixes the issue.
1. Go to the Library and choose “Application Support”.
2. Look for Zoom.us and right-click the folder.
3. Click Delete from the dropdown and confirm.
7. Reset the AirPods
Relaunch the Zoom app and see if the AirPods are working properly.
If your AirPods still aren’t working with Zoom after trying the above techniques, you might need to reset them. Here’s how:
2. Open the lid of the case.
Place the AirPods in the case and close the lid. Wait for 30 seconds.
3. Go to your device’s Bluetooth settings and click the “i” icon next to your AirPods in the connected devices list.
4. Select “Forget the Device” and confirm the operation.
Step 5: Press and hold the setup button on the back of the AirPods case. Wait until the status light switches from amber to white.
8. Reinstall Zoom
Congratulations! You’ve reset your AirPods.
If none of the above methods work, try uninstalling and reinstalling the Zoom app on your device. This will refresh the app and hopefully resolve any issues causing your AirPods to not work with Zoom.
First, uninstall the Zoom app from your device. Next, download and install it again from the App Store, Google Play, or the Zoom download page for PC. After installation, launch Zoom and test a meeting or call with AirPods to check if the issue is resolved.
