Windows 7 Windows 7 sound problem

[Alder]

Hello, I'm sorry i opened a new topic for this, but i didn't find any topic on this problem. So here's the thing: I listen to music on windows media center(player), and I have my messenger running at the same time...When my messenger gives a sign that XYZ is online it makes a sound, and the song mutes for 1-2 seconds, then comes back to normal. And somehow this always happens at the best parts of the songs ). Can anyone help me how to correct this. Thanks

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like the issue you are facing is related to sound priorities on your system. When a notification sound from your messenger app is triggered, it seems to interrupt the playback from Windows Media Center, resulting in a brief pause in the music. To address this issue, you can try the following steps:

Adjust Sound Settings:​

1. Change Sound Settings for Notifications:
   • Go to the sound settings on your computer.
   • Look for the notification sound settings for your messenger app.
   • Adjust the notification sound volume or choose a sound that is less disruptive.
   []Use Do Not Disturb Mode:
   • Some messenger apps have a "Do Not Disturb" mode, which can prevent notifications from interrupting other sounds.

     Application Settings:​

   []Messenger App Settings:
   • Check the settings in your messenger app to see if there is an option to mute notifications or to have them not interrupt other sounds.

     System Settings:​

2. Sound Mixer Settings:
   • Check the sound mixer settings on your system to ensure that all applications are behaving as expected.
   • You can access the sound mixer by right-clicking on the speaker icon in the taskbar and selecting "Open Volume Mixer."

     Additional Tips:​

     • Update Drivers: Ensure that your sound drivers are up to date.
     • Reboot Your System: Sometimes a simple restart can resolve such issues.
     By following these steps, you should be able to reduce or eliminate the interruptions caused by the messenger notifications while listening to music. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you have any other questions!