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The thread discusses issues caused by increasing microphone amplification in Windows, which results in crackling and noise in all audio, including movies. The original poster is seeking advice on resolving this problem after adjusting the "Microphone Boost" setting to improve Skype voice quality. The responses suggest using application-specific audio settings, like Skype’s own microphone adjustments, to avoid affecting overall system audio quality.

Marios

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When increase the amplification of microphone in Windows settings then also the audio of movies, etc is also
have crackles and noise. I did this so my friend hears me on Skype. What should i do?
 

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When you change the settings for/in windows it's set that way for everything. I would use the software/program that you're using to change the mic settings...in this case Skype. Open Skype and go to settings and set the mic value to your desired liking. I have mine for skype set at auto adjust for both mic and speaker/headset.

An image from 'Microphone amplification'. Skype audio settings screen showing microphone and speaker volume adjustments.

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When you change the settings for/in windows it's set that way for everything. I would use the software/program that you're using to change the mic settings...in this case Skype. Open Skype and go to settings and set the mic value to your desired liking. I have mine for skype set at auto adjust for both mic and speaker/headset.

An image from 'Microphone amplification'. Skype audio settings screen showing microphone and speaker volume adjustments.
 

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The setting i changed is called Microphone Boost.