Official documentation guide
Selecting the recording device used by Chrome
Question: How do I choose the correct microphone for a website in Chrome?
Open Chrome Settings, go to Privacy and security, Site settings, then Microphone, and select the desired default device. Also confirm the target site is allowed to use it.
Answer
Open Chrome Settings, go to Privacy and security, Site settings, then Microphone, and select the desired default device. Also confirm the target site is allowed to use it.
| Claim | Primary source | Evidence boundary |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome exposes microphone settings under Site settings. | Google Chrome Help | Documentation claim; not a hands-on device measurement. |
| A default microphone can be selected from the device list. | Google Chrome Help | Documentation claim; not a hands-on device measurement. |
| Per-site permission must still allow the target website. | Google Chrome Help | Documentation claim; not a hands-on device measurement. |
Scope and limits
This page compares current first-party documentation. It is not a hands-on test of a particular computer, microphone, pedal, browser, or application version. Product behavior can change with software, permissions, focus, language, and device configuration.