If your computer registers an external Microphone as an Earphone, try checking Sound Properties from the Control Panel. If you have plugged the microphone into your computer’s jack, the issue ...

Most external microphones are plug-and-play devices. They don’t need any specific software/driver installation and mostly work with the regular audio drivers. However, if while trying to do the ...

Make sure to check there, too. Enable mic access. Not only does the microphone need to be powered on (if it's an external mic), but it's possible the app you're using doesn't have permission to ...