In this article go through three quick and easy methods to learn how to turn on Bluetooth on windows 10. Most of people encounter with a problem while connecting their Bluetooth device on the Laptops having Windows OS. Most often these laptop devices do not show the option to turn on & off button to connect Bluetooth.
What to do when Bluetooth turn on & off button is not showing?
If your device is showing the same error, then this article will help you to resolve this issue within minutes. Most of the users get a positive result, just following the method one. Still, if your issue is not solved by using method one, then do not loose your patience and try other two methods.
Learn to turn on Bluetooth on windows 10
By following three easy methods suggested below, learn how to turn on Bluetooth on windows 10.
Method 1: Troubleshoot Settings
- On the Windows search bar, type ‘Troubleshoot Settings’.
- Now, click on the ‘Additional troubleshoot’ option.
- At the bottom tab, you will find ‘Bluetooth’.
- Click on the ‘Bluetooth’ option.
- A new drop box will open, click on the ‘Run the troubleshooter’ button.
For most of the users, the problem will be resolved by using this method. If still you are facing the same problem, check the second method suggested below.
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Method 2: Updating the ‘Services’ setting
- Go on the Windows search bar, type ‘Services’.
- In the services menu items, look for services related to Bluetooth.
- You will find three services related to Bluetooth: Bluetooth Audio Gateway, Bluetooth Support Services, Bluetooth User Support Services.
- Click on each option one by one and follow the steps given below:
- Suppose you clicked on ‘Bluetooth Audio Gateway’.
- In the ‘General’ tab, look for ‘Startup Type’.
- Set the Startup type -> ‘Automatic’.
- Click on the ‘Stop’ button, then click on the ‘Start’ button.
- After clicking on the above buttons, click on the ‘Apply’ button, then click on ‘Ok’ option.
- Follow the above steps for ‘Bluetooth Support Services’ & ‘Bluetooth User Support Services’ too.
- On the right side, you will find: ‘Restart the services’. Click on this.
- Check if all the three options: Bluetooth Audio Gateway, Bluetooth Support Services, Bluetooth User Support Services, are showing ‘Running’ status.
- Restart your laptop, and your problem has been resolved.
After following the above method, if you are still encountering the same issue, then follow the third method suggested below.
Method 3: Updating all the drivers
I would suggest to follow this step only if your problem is not resolved using the methods stated above.
- Go on the Windows search bar, type ‘Device Manager’.
- Search for ‘Bluetooth Driver’.
- If not found then follow the steps below, and if ‘Bluetooth Driver’ is visible, directly follow the number Step 4:
- On the above tab, just below the View option, there is an option : Show/ Hide action pane. Click on it.
- Click on ‘View’ -> ‘Show hidden devices’.
- Click on the ‘Bluetooth’ option.
- A box will appear, click on the ‘Driver’ tab.
- Click on the ‘Update Driver’ button.
- Then click on the ‘Ok’ button.
- Now, restart your system.
Conclusion
In the above methods you have learned to turn on Bluetooth on Windows 10. By following them, your turn on/ off button to connect Bluetooth device will start to be visible. In case your problem has not been resolved, it is suggested to visit some nearest Laptop fixing centers. You can also refer to the Microsoft Official documentation.