windows audio routing

Windows audio routing refers to the ability to control which output device each application uses and adjust per-app volume levels independently. In Windows 10 and Windows 11, built-in tools like Volume Mixer and App volume and device preferences allow users to route audio from different apps—such as music players, communication apps, games, or browsers—to specific speakers, headsets, or HDMI monitors. This helps manage scenarios where one app is louder than others or needs to be heard on a different device. The tag covers practical guides for enabling and managing these per-app audio settings, focusing on the built-in Windows features without third-party software.