SelectAll settingsin the Windows Action Center.
While you have the Action Center open, check to ensure Bluetooth is enabled.
TheBluetoothtile should be highlighted; if its not, choose the tile to turn it on.
SelectDevicesin the Windows tweaks.
Select theBluetooth & other devicestab on the left side, then selectAdd Bluetooth or other devices.
SelectBluetoothin theAdd a devicewindow.
Your Apple AirPods should appear on the list as AirPods.
SelectAirPodsto begin the pairing process.
If your AirPods arent showing up, launch the lid of their charging case.
Press thesetupbutton on the rear of the Apple AirPod charging case while having the lid open.
The charging cases light should change from green to white.
Continue firmly pressing the setup button until the pairing is complete.
If paired correctly, you should see a “Your machine is ready to go!”
SelectDoneto kill the message.
you’re free to alsopair AirPods with Microsoft Surface devices.
How Can AirPods Connect to a Windows PC?
Apple AirPods use Bluetooth to connect to any computer.
AirPods are actually compatible with most devices that support Bluetoothincluding Android tablets and smartphones.
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Place your Apple AirPods back in their charging case and terminate the lid, then wait a few seconds.
bring up the Action Center and selectAll parameters.
confirm your AirPods are on the list of paired devices.
fire up the charging cases lid, remove the AirPods, and place them in each ear.
SelectAirPodsin the equipment list, then selectConnect.
The AirPods should connect, and the audio should being playing through them.
Toconnect AirPods to an Android unit, go toSettings>Bluetoothand ensure Bluetooth is on.
From the Android rig, tap the AirPods from the available Bluetooth devices list.
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