How Do I Enable Bluetooth on My PC?

Go toStart>controls, or use the keyboard shortcutWindow Key+I.

SelectBluetooth & Other Devicesin the left sidebar, then double-check theBluetoothswitch is set toOn.

Settings highlighted in the Windows 10 Start menu

Turn On Bluetooth From the Windows Action Center

Alternatively, toggle Bluetooth from theWindows 10 Action Center.

Select thespeech bubbleicon in the taskbar, or pressWindows Key+Ato bring up the Windows Action Center.

Look for theBluetoothicon and check that it’s highlighted.

Devices highlighted in Windows Settings

You may have to expand the list of options to find it.

You’ll get a pop-up window with a list of options.

Turn on the Bluetooth unit and put it in pairing mode.

The Bluetooth switch in Bluetooth & Other Devices in Windows settings

Wait for the machine to show up in the list of devices and then select it.

Depending on the gadget, you may have to enter a PIN displayed on the Bluetooth gadget.

Why Can’t I Turn on My Bluetooth in Windows 10?

Add Bluetooth or other device in Windows 10 Bluetooth settings

Scroll down toFind and Fix Other Problems, selectAdditional troubleshooters>Bluetooth, then selectRun the troubleshooter.

your box will scan for problems and either fix them automatically or make suggestions for further action.

Right-clickBluetooth Support Serviceand selectProperties.

Bluetooth under Add a Device in Windows 10 Bluetooth settings

Set theStartup typetoAutomatic, selectStartunder Service status, then selectOK.

FAQ

While Bluetooth is a common feature these days, not every PC comes with it.

If your machine is an older model, it might not have the hardware installed.

Bluetooth devices under Add a device in Windows 10 settings

But, it’s possible for you to add it by buying a Bluetooth USB dongle.

Restart the PC and Windows will attempt to reinstall the driver.

Under theAdvancedtab, look for Firmware and the numbers next to it that start withLMP.

Troubleshoot settings in the Windows 10 search bar

Run troubleshooter under Bluetooth in Windows 10 Troubleshooter

Services.msc in the Windows Run box

Bluetooth Support Service Properties in Windows Services

Automatic and Start in Bluetooth Services Properties