internal mic

My internal mic on my MacBook pro-BIgSur is not functioning, I tested it by going into preferences clicking on built-in Mic it cannot hear me

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.2

Posted on Aug 1, 2021 5:43 AM

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Aug 1, 2021 7:29 AM in response to dad616

1. Reset PRAM:  Reset NVRAM or PRAM on your Mac - Apple Support

     Settings that can be stored in NVRAM include sound volume, display resolution, startup-disk selection, time zone, 

     and recent kernel panic information. 

     The settings stored in NVRAM  depend on your Mac and the devices that you're using with your Mac.


2. Reset  SMC:   How to reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support   Choose the appropriate method.

    Quote:

    Resetting the system management controller (SMC) can resolve certain issues related to power, battery, fans,

    and other features.

3..Make sure apps have access to microphone.

https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/control-access-to-your-microphone-on-mac-mchla1b1e1fe/mac

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