Bluetooth is gradually evolving into one of those venerable technologies that may disappear in some applications (like file transfers), but flourish in others (wireless controllers, headphones, and other devices). Windows has made it a lot simpler if you’re attempting to figure out how to handle Bluetooth devices.
The newest Bluetooth version, 5.3, is currently available. There are currently more devices connected to your Windows computer at once than ever before. We’re here to help you organize your Bluetooth device collection so you can deal with the growing wireless traffic.
The Uses of Bluetooth in Windows
In Windows, Bluetooth can be used for a wide range of purposes. It facilitates communication with Bluetooth-enabled equipment including Xbox add-ons, headphones, mice, and keyboards. It has numerous more sophisticated applications.
For instance, Windows allows you to connect a laptop screen as an external display using Bluetooth. If you have Bluetooth drivers installed and configured for the purpose, you can also use Windows’ Nearby Sharing feature.
How to Enable Bluetooth in Windows
Bluetooth setup in Windows 10 /11 ought to be simple. You can enable Bluetooth on your Windows laptop or computer using the methods listed below.
If your computer already has Bluetooth built-in, all you have to do is navigate to “Settings -> Bluetooth & devices.”
A smaller “Bluetooth Devices” icon might already be present in your notification area in the bottom-right corner of your desktop. Similar to how a USB Bluetooth dongle should be recognized and installed automatically by Windows if you have one.
There is a Bluetooth button on the keyboard itself for people using a Microsoft Surface, Surface Pro X, or comparable device.
By hitting Win + A and selecting the Bluetooth icon, you can also open the Windows Action Center and access the Bluetooth settings on your device. If it says “Not connected,” clicking it once will successfully pair any other Bluetooth device if it is currently unpaired.
The Windows Search bar is always a good place to look for “Bluetooth and other device settings.” If you experience unforeseen problems with the Bluetooth icon in the Action Center or on your keyboard, it is quite beneficial.
Simply click the Bluetooth slider to “On” once you’ve reached the “Bluetooth & other devices settings” menu.
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Turn Bluetooth On with Bluetooth Manager
How Bluetooth Works on Windows
We will explore a few aspects of Bluetooth technology that are specifically designed for Windows in order to comprehend how Bluetooth functions on Windows.
On a Windows device, Bluetooth comes with a few built-in drivers. They are managed by the Device Manager.
Use one of the available options to access Device Manager if you are unable to activate Bluetooth for whatever reason.
Next, select Bluetooth from the list and check for any exclamation points provided by your Bluetooth drivers.
If there is, try “Update Driver” from the shortcut menu or try disabling and then re-enabling the troublesome driver.
From “Bluetooth & devices -> More Bluetooth Settings -> Hardware,” you can also view a list of all Bluetooth devices that are currently connected. This displays a list of each Bluetooth driver installed on your computer at the moment.
The “Properties” button for a chosen Bluetooth driver should be clicked. It will open a fresh pop-up menu down below. You can update, roll back, disable, or delete the Bluetooth driver here under the “Driver” menu. All of these actions are also available in the Device Manager.
Here is a summary of the key Bluetooth device drivers that should be present in Device Manager. A Windows laptop’s default Bluetooth drivers come with a driver that works with Qualcomm or other chipsets.
The list excludes any Bluetooth gadgets you may have installed on your computer; these can differ from computer to computer.
1. Bluetooth radio and similar wireless Bluetooth technology
This is your computer’s real Bluetooth receiver or radio, whether it’s plugged into the motherboard or a USB dongle. It’s possible that the only item listed under the Bluetooth selection if your Bluetooth radio is turned off is this.
Bluetooth must be enabled in order for the following Bluetooth device drivers to be visible and for Bluetooth to even be listed in your Settings window.
Modern laptops have RFCOMM, a kernel-device driver that is displayed on the above screen, in place of the Bluetooth Radio text.
2. Service for Device Identification
This is in charge of detecting each of your Bluetooth devices, ensuring they operate properly, and ensuring they don’t interfere with one another. It is always running in the background as long as a Bluetooth radio is turned on.
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3. Windows Bluetooth Enumerator
When installing a Bluetooth radio without a driver (such as a generic USB radio), this service engages and Microsoft essentially “takes control” of the driver. The panel above displays the Bluetooth and Bluetooth LE Enumerator.
4. Service Discovery Service
This basically helps them coordinate with your Bluetooth devices by searching for various services relevant to them. This is required for the proper operation of your Bluetooth devices, similar to the identifying service.
How to Connect Windows to an Additional Bluetooth Device
After setting up your real Bluetooth radio and the services that go along with it, it’s time to manage your Bluetooth devices, which include all the glitzy accessories you want to wirelessly connect to your PC.
There are three ways to couple your Windows computer with an external Bluetooth device, such as a headset, wireless display, wireless display, mouse, or other peripherals (as seen in the example below).
- Making use of the “Bluetooth & Devices” Menu
You must activate the Bluetooth device’s scanning/pairing mode in order to add it. The process varies depending on the device, but generally speaking, it entails pressing and holding a button until the gadget’s lights start flashing or it notifies you that “pairing” has begun.
When your device is ready to link, go back to the Bluetooth settings in Windows and select “Add device.”
Bluetooth Win Manage Add Device
By right-clicking the Bluetooth icon close to the System tray and choosing “Add a Bluetooth Device,” you may also add a Bluetooth device directly.
System Tray: Manage Bluetooth Win Add Bluetooth Device
You should notice three different device kinds that can be added in the pop-up window that appears after that.
Bluetooth Win Manage Device Types
The Bluetooth category comprises a variety of gadgets, such as controllers, pens, mice, keyboards, and keyboards. For these types of devices, this is the choice you ought to make every time.
Choose the second option if you are using a wireless Bluetooth TV display or monitor. The third group includes DLNA, Xbox wireless adapters, and Xbox controllers.
You should see the device you want to pair in the list. Just click it.
The PIN code for the device may then be requested by Windows. On the Bluetooth peripheral device, you want to pair, you must first click “Yes.” Then on your Windows device, select “Yes.”
Control Bluetooth device pairing messages
Both the other device you are attempting to connect to and your Windows device will display a “Connection succeeded” status if the Bluetooth connection is successful.
Manage Bluetooth Successfully Pair Device
The “Bluetooth & devices” screen will display a list of all your recently associated Bluetooth devices. Clicking the “Connect” option will allow you to reconnect if they had previously disconnected due to inactivity.
Windows Manage Bluetooth Win Paired Devices
- Using the Wizard for Bluetooth Devices
To facilitate pairing with other Bluetooth devices, Windows provides the Run command “devicepairingwizard”.
From the search box, go to devicepairingwizard. Run it in administrator mode at all times.
Control the Win Device Pairing Wizard for Bluetooth
Allow the “Device Pairing Wizard” some time to look around your network for additional compatible devices.
Control Bluetooth Win Device Pairing Wizard Looking For Alternative
You ought to be able to add a device to your network if one is discovered that is compatible with your PC. If not, a “No devices discovered” status will be displayed. Return to the prior approach in that situation since it has a lower failure rate for pairing.
No Compatible Devices Could Be Found When Managing Bluetooth
3. Utilizing Swift Pair
Due to shared drivers, your Bluetooth device may be quite compatible with your Windows laptop or PC. In some circumstances, Bluetooth pairing can be established without a PIN. Instead, by selecting “Show notifications to connect via Swift Pair” from the “Bluetooth & devices” menu, the connection can be done immediately.
In the example below, I used Swift Pair to establish a stable connection between my 2.4G wireless mouse and my Windows 11 laptop (no PIN involved).
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How to Disable Bluetooth on Windows
You may occasionally need to (annoyingly) delete the device before re-pairing it with the computer you’re currently using if you pair a certain device with it and then wish to reconnect it.
Simply choose the device from your list of Bluetooth devices and click “Remove device” to get rid of it. Use the aforementioned pairing procedures to pair it again.
Control Bluetooth Device Removal
Questions and Answers
How Can I Fix Bluetooth Issues on Windows?
When it comes to Bluetooth, there is a lot of pairing, fixing, connecting, and reconnecting to do. You have to, unfortunately, live with it, so how to do it quickly and effectively is pretty useful.
As a general guideline, use “Settings” to quickly install and link Bluetooth devices, and Device Manager to troubleshoot and update the drivers for your Bluetooth radio.
Why Is My Bluetooth Gadget Unable to Find My Windows Computer?
Make sure your Bluetooth device is close to the Windows laptop or PC if it isn’t automatically detecting it. After that, choose “Allow Bluetooth devices to discover this PC” under “Settings -> Bluetooth & devices -> More Bluetooth settings -> Options.” Additionally, enable the “Alert me when a new Bluetooth device wants to connect” option.
Why Doesn’t Bluetooth Work on My Windows?
If the Bluetooth option is not shown on a Windows device, your computer may not have Bluetooth drivers loaded. There is a potential that Bluetooth will not be present at all in older laptops. You have no control over such situations.
Most likely, you merely need to fix a few driver-related issues before you can handle Bluetooth devices. Reinstalling the missing drivers from Device Manager or “More Bluetooth Settings” under “Bluetooth & devices” in Windows can allow you to fix the issue.
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