How to turn bluetooth on and off

How to Turn Bluetooth On or Off in Windows 11

This post shows students and new users how to turn Bluetooth on or off in Windows 11 to connect or disconnect from nearby devices.

By now, you probably know a thing or two about Bluetooth. If not, here’s a brief overview; Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows your computers, smartphone, and mobile devices to connect to nearby Bluetooth-enabled devices.

Bluetooth connections allow you to stream music, send data, and easily communicate with nearby devices. There are multiple ways to turn on or off Bluetooth on your computers. Some computers come with a dedicated Bluetooth button on top of the keyboard area and on either side of the computer.

The physical Bluetooth switch on your computer lets you quickly turn off or on your Bluetooth device. There’s also another way to turn off Bluetooth from Windows 11, and we’ll show you how to do that.

Disabling and enabling Bluetooth in Windows 11 hasn’t changed much. Similar to other versions of Windows, the process is still the same.

To get started with turning on and off Bluetooth connections in Windows 11, follow the steps below:

How to turn off or on Bluetooth on Laptop

As mentioned above, there are multiple ways to turn on or off Bluetooth on Windows 11. One way is using your computer’s Bluetooth button.

If your laptop has a physical Bluetooth button, you can quickly turn it on or off the Bluetooth device simply by toggling the button to the On or Off position or tapping it to disable or enable it.

How to turn on or off Bluetooth on Windows 11

If your computer does not have a Bluetooth switch or button, you can turn off or on Bluetooth in Windows 11. Windows 11 shows your app’s icons on the taskbar in the notification area.

You can see icons for volume, network, Bluetooth, and others. The taskbar should look similar to the one below:

If you don’t see the Bluetooth signal icon on the taskbar, simply press the Windows key + A on your keyboard to show Windows Quick settings.

The Quick Action settings pane will appear. On the settings, click the Bluetooth option on the list of settings to open the Bluetooth pairing settings.

When the Bluetooth connection shows up, click the Disconnect to disconnect from the Bluetooth pairing.

To connect to Bluetooth, use the same icon on the above taskbar. Then when a list of nearby Bluetooth shows up, select the one you want to pair to.

How to turn Bluetooth on or off in Windows 11

In some situations, you may want to disable Bluetooth in Windows completely, not just disconnect. You can do that via the Windows System settings pane.

Windows 11 has a centralized location for the majority of its settings. From system configurations to creating new users and updating Windows, all can be done from the System Settings pane.

To get to System Settings, you can use the Windows key + I shortcut or click on Start ==> Settings, as shown in the image below:

In the System setting pane, select Bluetooth & devices. From there, you can quickly disable and enable Bluetooth by toggling the button to the On or Off position.

Another way to enable or enable Bluetooth devices in Windows 11 is from the Device Manager settings.

To get to Device Manager, click Start and search “Device Manager.” Select from the relevant result.

In Device Manager, find the Bluetooth adapter on the list of devices attached to your Windows computer. Then right-click the Bluetooth device and either turn it on or off.

That will turn off the Bluetooth in Windows 11. You can now exit the settings pane, and you’re done.

Conclusion:

This post showed you how to turn Bluetooth on or off in Windows 11. If you find any error above, please use the comment form below to report.

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4 Ways To Turn On Or Off Bluetooth In Windows 11

All Windows laptops and tablets shipped over the last decade come with a Bluetooth adapter. Bluetooth technology is helpful for connecting two devices wirelessly. For instance, you can pair your wireless earphone with your Windows 11 PC.

To connect a Bluetooth device such as wireless earphones with your PC, you need to first turn on the Bluetooth on your Windows 11 computer. By default, the Bluetooth is turned off.

When not using, you might want to turn off the Bluetooth adapter to save some battery juice.

This guide will show you the best four methods available in Windows 11 to turn on or off the Bluetooth.

NOTE: When the Bluetooth is turned on, a Bluetooth icon appears on the taskbar. You can right-click on it to access various settings related to Bluetooth.

Method 1 of 4

Turn on or off Bluetooth via Quick Settings in Windows 11

Step 1: Click anywhere on the network/volume/battery icon on the taskbar to open Quick Settings.

Step 2: The upper section of Quick Settings displays Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Airplane mode buttons. Click on the Bluetooth button to toggle Bluetooth on or off.

Method 2 of 4

Turn on or off Bluetooth via Settings in Windows 11

Step 1: Open the Settings app using the search or Windows logo + I keyboard shortcut.

Step 2: In the left pane of Settings, click Bluetooth & devices.

Step 3: Finally, move the toggle button next to the Bluetooth (see the picture above) to immediately turn on or off the Bluetooth.

Method 3 of 4

Turn on or off Bluetooth via Device Manager In Windows 11

Step 1: Perform a right-click on the Start button on the taskbar and then click Device Manager to open the same.

Step 2: Expand the Bluetooth tree to see your Bluetooth adapter’s entry.

Step 3: Now, right-click on the Bluetooth adapter’s entry and then click the Disable device option to turn off the Bluetooth. Right-click on the entry and then click the Disable device entry to turn off Bluetooth on your PC.

Step 4: Click the Yes button when you get the following prompt upon clicking the Disable device option.

Method 4 of 4

Another way to turn Bluetooth on or off via Settings in Windows 11

Step 1: Open the Settings app. On the left side, click Network & internet. On the right side, click Airplane mode.

Step 2: In the Wireless devices section, move the toggle button next to the Bluetooth option to the On/Off position to turn on/off the Bluetooth.

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How to Turn On or Fix Bluetooth in Windows 10

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If nothing has worked so far, try using “Device Manager” to see if Bluetooth is listed. Take note that your PC may support Bluetooth functionality and still not show up in the devices list. That scenario occurs when there is no Bluetooth driver set up for the external adaptor or internal component. However, internal Bluetooth devices generally get detected, whether installed or not.

1. Click on the Cortana search bar and type “Device Manager,” and select it from the list.
   
2. Look for Bluetooth entries in “Device Manager.” If you see them, then the PC supports Bluetooth, but it may not be working correctly. Bluetooth locations in “Device Manager” include Bluetooth, Network adapters, and Other devices. If the item and driver are not listed, move on to step 3.
   
3. As previously mentioned, your PC can still support Bluetooth and not show it in Device Manager. In that case, you need to install the appropriate driver.
   

If you find a Bluetooth device within Device Manager and you still can’t turn it on, the issue lies elsewhere.

Update the Bluetooth Driver

Whenever a feature on a Windows computer doesn’t work, you should always look for updates. Like most components, Bluetooth adapters need software to work, and Windows 10 updates have been known to break device drivers and functionality.

Drivers are updated either manually or automatically. The manual method might be a bit tedious, but it will do the job. Just find out which Bluetooth device your computer is using (from the Device Manager). Then, search the name of the device and download the drivers from the official website.

Alternatively, you can download a third-party program that automatically downloads any missing drivers to your computer. These services are often paid options. However, be careful if you choose third-party software. Some programs are more apt to install the wrong driver. Back up your system drivers (at the least) before using the software to update your system components.

After installing the drivers (one way or another), restart your computer and try turning the Bluetooth on again.

Re-Enabling the Bluetooth Software

Sometimes, system errors occur that cause components to stop working correctly. This situation often happens with Bluetooth components, and the best course of action is to give the devices a “wakeup call.”

1. Go to “Device Manager” and find your Bluetooth component.
2. Right-click it and select “Disable device.”
3. Now, right-click the entry again and select “Enable device.”
4. Restart your computer and try turning on Bluetooth again.

If enabling and disabling fails to solve your Bluetooth problem, try uninstalling the driver instead. Sometimes, a fresh installation is all the device needs. Don’t worry, as this won’t mess up the device or make it disappear from the list unless you choose to delete the driver.

Bluetooth Support Service

Now, we’re going to have to delve a bit deeper. If none of the above solutions worked, it’s time to use the “Run” feature.

1. Hold down the “Windows” key and press “R” to bring up the “Run” window.
   
2. Type “services.msc” without quotes in the command box, and then press “Enter” or click “OK.”
   
3. A new window will appear with a list of entries. Right-click on “Bluetooth Support Service” and select “Start.” If you can’t click the Start option, choose “Restart.”
   
4. Unless you want to repeat the process above every time you start your computer, there’s one more step to take. In the “Services” window, click “Bluetooth Support Service” again. Navigate to “Startup type“ found in the “General” tab and select “Automatic.” Click “Apply” and then “OK” if needed.
   

What Else Can Cause Bluetooth Failure?

Although one or more of the above methods generally solve Bluetooth problems in Windows 10, there’s a small chance that you’re still struggling to get Bluetooth to work. In this case, contacting the manufacturer or your retailer would be your best bet. If not, getting a USB Bluetooth adapter should help.

Sometimes, it’s as simple as forgetting to install or adequately reattach the Bluetooth board/device when performing a laptop or desktop teardown, whether for cleaning or repairs. That scenario would cause Bluetooth to disappear from the Device Manager and make it not work.

Turning On Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a simple feature on Windows computers. However, that’s usually not the case. There’s a whole lot that can go wrong with it, from hardware to software issues. Before doing anything else, check if your computer supports Bluetooth in the first place (many older ones don’t) and update the software. Most likely, at least one of the methods should work.

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