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Bluetooth devices not showing, pairing or connecting in Windows 11/10

If Bluetooth is not detecting devices and you are facing problems with Bluetooth devices in Windows 11/10, then this post will help you troubleshoot the issue. Maybe you cannot connect using a Bluetooth device, or maybe the connection fails. If you are facing problems where your Bluetooth devices are not showing, pairing or connecting, or not finding devices in Windows 11/10/8/7, then this post will help you fix the issue.

Bluetooth devices not showing in Windows

The method suggested below should resolve the issue encountered by some users. The Bluetooth connectivity problem can be related to a Bluetooth mouse, keyboard, or even headphones that are already paired but not able to connect, in case you upgrade recently from an older version of Windows, i.e., 11 or 10 or 8 to Windows 8.1. In such situations, it is always recommended to first check the error displayed. If you do find a message flashing on your computer screen, verify the status of the Bluetooth speakers in the Device Manager first. It needs to be Enabled. If it is, then read on.

Bluetooth not detecting devices

1. Run Hardware and Device Troubleshooter
2. Restart Bluetooth Support Service
3. Enable the Bluetooth Audio Service
4. Update Bluetooth Device Driver.

You may need an admin account to execute some of the steps.

1] Run Hardware and Device Troubleshooter

• Open Run prompt
• Type and Press the Enter key after typing the following msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic
• It will launch the hardware troubleshooter.

2] Restart Bluetooth Support Service

You may want to check if the related Services are started and running smoothly. To do this, press Windows key + R, type services.msc. Next, right-click on the Bluetooth Support service and select Restart.

Right-click on Bluetooth support service and select Properties, and ensure that the startup type is Automatic.

The Bluetooth service supports discovery and association of remote Bluetooth devices. Stopping or disabling this service may cause already installed Bluetooth devices to fail to operate properly and prevent new devices from being discovered or associated.

3] Enable the Bluetooth Audio Service

Verify whether the settings for the Bluetooth speaker given below are enabled by default or not. If not, it will allow it and check if it solves the issue. Follow the steps to enable the Bluetooth Audio Service.

Press Win+X key together and select Control Panel from the list. Select Devices and Printers.

In Devices and Printers, locate the Bluetooth speaker device and right-click on the device. Click on Properties and navigate to the Services tab.

Select Audio Sink, Hands-free Telephony, and Remote Control and click on Apply.

4] Update Bluetooth Device Driver

• To do this, you can use the Device Manager.
• Press Win+R, type devmgmt.msc to open the Device Manager. Expand Bluetooth.
• Click on Properties, click on Driver tab.
• Click the Update Drivers button.
• It will show the option which will ask you to launch the Windows Search.
• You can then check Windows Update > Advanced Options > Optional updates
• If there is a driver update available for your Bluetooth, then install it.

How do I turn on pairing mode?

Most of the Bluetooth devices come with a dedicated pairing mode. When it’s long pressed, the light on the device blinks in a specific pattern. You can then turn on Bluetooth on your laptop and click on Add device button to find that device.

How do I force a Bluetooth device to pair?

You cannot force, but if an already paired device is not connecting, you can remove the device and then re-pair it. When the device is removed from the list, it can be repaired.

My Laptop keeps connecting to some other speaker.

If your laptop keeps connecting to some other device instead of your speaker, then you can either turn off the device you do not want to connect to or disconnect from the laptop’s Bluetooth connection.

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Bluetooth Is Paired, but It Is Not Connected: Windows (Fix)

Bluetooth is a convenient way to connect external devices to your computer. But there’s a common problem that affects some Windows systems. If your Bluetooth is paired but is not connected on Windows, there are a few things you can try in order to find a solution.

We will start with the simplest fixes and progressively move on to the more complicated solutions.

Bluetooth Is Paired But Not Connected(Fixes)

Check If Airplane Mode is On

Before anything else, you should first check to see if Airplane Mode is turned On. A lot of users unwittingly fall victim to this.

1. Press Windows + A.
2. In the Action center, confirm that Airplane Mode is Off. If not, turn it off.

Does the Bluetooth Device Require a Separate App?

In some cases, simply pairing a device with your computer isn’t enough to connect it via Bluetooth. Some devices require a separate third-party application to connect to your computer. To check if your device requires some third-party connection, follow these steps:

Click on Start, type Control Panel and open it.

In the ‘Control Panel’, open ‘Hardware and Sound.’

In ‘Hardware and Sound’, click on ‘Devices and Printers’.

If your Bluetooth device isn’t listed under an unspecified section, then follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the device and select Properties.
2. Click on the Services tab.
3. Make sure all the Bluetooth services are checked.

If all your Bluetooth services are checked and you device still won’t connect, then you can move on to the following steps.

Turning Off Bluetooth, Then Turning It Back On

A simple solution that could work if your Bluetooth is paired but not connected is turning the Bluetooth off and then turning it back on. Follow these steps:

Click on Start, type Settings and open it.

On Settings, click on ‘Bluetooth & devices’ from the menu on the left side of the window.

In Bluetooth & devices, you will see the Bluetooth option turned ‘On’. Click on it to toggle it ‘Off’.

After a while, turn it back ‘On’.

Click on ‘Add device’ and then select ‘Bluetooth’. Now try connecting your device.

Restarting the Bluetooth Service

If the simple turning off and turning back on doesn’t resolve your problem, you should try restarting your Bluetooth service. Follow these steps:

Click on Start, type Services and open it.

On the Services app, you will find a list of all the various services installed and/or running in your device. Scroll down to find ‘Bluetooth Support Service’. Once you find it, right-click on it and then click ‘Restart’.

Next, double click on ‘Bluetooth Support Service’. This will open its settings. On the General tab, click on the drop-down menu next to ‘Startup type’ and select ‘Automatic’. Click ‘Ok’.

Updating the Bluetooth Driver

Yet another solution that could resolve ‘Bluetooth is paired, but is not connected’ on Windows 11 is updating the Bluetooth Driver. Follow these steps:

Click on Start, type Device Manager and open it.

From the list of Devices on Device Manager, find and click on Bluetooth. It will expand to reveal the Bluetooth device operating in your computer. Make a note of the Bluetooth device.

Right-click on each Bluetooth device and click on ‘Update device.’ In the window that opens, select ‘Browse from my computer.’

Now click on ‘Let me pick from a list of available devices on my computer.’

Check ‘Show compatible hardware’ if it isn’t checked. Then select the option with the same name as the Bluetooth device. Click ‘Next’.

Reinstalling the Bluetooth Device

A slightly more drastic step is to uninstall and reinstall the Bluetooth Driver. Follow these steps:

1. Open Device Manager (Same steps and before).
2. Click on Bluetooth and right-click on each Bluetooth device and select ‘Uninstall device’. Confirm your choice by clicking ‘Uninstall’ in the dialogue box that opens. Repeat this process for each Bluetooth device.

Now on Device Manager, click on Action and select ‘Scan for hardware changes.‘ This will automatically reinstall all the uninstalled devices.

Bluetooth Paired But Not Connected in Windows 10

All the solutions discussed above work on Windows 10 as well. Follow the exact same steps as above until you find a solution.

FAQs

What Version of Bluetooth Does Windows Support?

Both Windows 10 and 11 support the following versions of Bluetooth:

• Version 1.1
• Version 2.0
• Version 2.0 with EDR
• Version 2.1
• Version 2.1 with EDR
• Version 4.0
• Version 4.1

Can Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Run at the Same Time?

Yes. Although both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi operate at the same frequency range (2.4-GHz), Bluetooth wireless technology comes with a feature called frequency hopping. This technology allows it to switch frequencies if conflict arises in the same frequency band. This means you won’t have to experience constant connectivity loss.

We recommend that you always use your Wi-Fi in the 5 GHz band. This way you will never have to experience any interference between your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.

Can Other Devices Interfere With a Bluetooth Connection?

It is unlikely that any external device will interfere with a Bluetooth connection. However, if you have an unshielded USB device connected to your computer and you are having problems with your connection, try removing it to see if it fixes the problem.

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