- Check the physical connection: Check the jack/USB port to make sure the microphone is fully inserted. 
 - Check settings: Make sure the correct microphone is selected in the audio settings. 
 - Test the microphone: Test the microphone in another audio-based application such as Voice Recorder.
 - Disable other audio devices: Make sure that only the desired microphone is enabled in the device manager. 
 - Check volume levels: Ensure that the recording volume level is set correctly.
 
