How to Test the Microphone on Nintendo Switch 2

Accessing System Settings

• ⚙️ Begin by locating and tapping the system settings icon on the Nintendo Switch 2's home screen.

Navigating Audio Options

• 🔊 Once in settings, scroll to find and select the audio menu.
• 🎤 Within the audio settings, locate the option for microphone test.

Selecting and Testing Microphone Input

• 🔌 Before testing, you can change the microphone input if you are using an external device like a Bluetooth headset or a USB microphone.
• 🖱️ By default, the input is set to 'automatic,' but you can manually select the system microphone or another connected device.
• 📊 Tap 'test microphone' to see the volume indicator jump, confirming the microphone is picking up sound.

Recording and Listening to the Test

• ✍️ To further verify, you can record your voice during the test.
• 🎧 Play back the recording to ensure your voice is being picked up clearly and sounds as expected.

Completing the Test

• 🏠 Once satisfied with the microphone test, press the home button to return to the main screen.