About this tag
The messagebeep tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about the Windows MessageBeep function, which plays system sounds. A recurring issue is a delay between calling MessageBeep() and hearing the sound, often reported on Windows 11 23H2. Users troubleshoot audio drivers and system settings to resolve the lag. The tag focuses on this specific API behavior and related audio problems.
  1. Alex Sokolek

    Sound is delayed

    Hi. I'm having a problem with audio. There is a constant one second delay between the time MessageBeep() is called and the moment the sound is heard. I checked my audio drivers. They are current. I have Windows 11 23H2. Any ideas? Thank you.
    • Alex Sokolek
    • Thread
    • 23h2 audio delay drivers messagebeep problem sound tech support troubleshooting windows 11
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    • Forum: Windows Software