How to Determine Whether Your Computer Has Bluetooth. Bluetooth is a feature that many of us can’t live without these days. Almost all wireless headphones, as well as many keyboards, mouse, and other computer devices, make use of it.
Your laptop, whether it runs Windows, macOS, or Chrome OS, almost definitely includes Bluetooth. All Mac PCs have the capability built-in, but the situation on Windows desktops is a little murkier.
Not all Windows 10 and 11 PCs have the feature, but there are alternatives if yours does. Here’s how you can find out.
How to Determine Whether Your PC Has Bluetooth:
For the sake of this article, we’ll be using Windows 11, however, the process is the same on Windows 10.
Launch Device Manager:
To open it, click the search box next to the Start menu, type ‘device,’ and then choose the appropriate choice. You may also use the Windows key + X shortcut, followed by simply M.
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Look for the ‘Bluetooth’ category:
Because the device categories are alphabetical, Bluetooth should be easy to recognize if it’s there. It’s between the Batteries and the Camera in the example below. If you see it, it means your gadget supports Bluetooth.
Examine the ‘Network adapters’ section:
Even if there isn’t a Bluetooth category, it may display under ‘Network adapters’. However, if there is no mention of Bluetooth in either location, your device lacks it.
How to Install Bluetooth on a PC:
Even if your device does not support Bluetooth natively, there is a simple solution. Simply purchase a low-cost Bluetooth dongle (US/UK) and connect it to a free USB port.
Connecting to a Bluetooth device differs somewhat between Windows 10 and Windows 11. Simply ensure that any device you wish to connect to is in pairing mode – how to accomplish this varies, so consult the instructions that came with it or do some research online.
Go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices, then click ‘Add Bluetooth or other devices in Windows 10. Your PC will scan for and discover any discoverable Bluetooth devices; simply click any that show.
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Navigate to Settings > Bluetooth & devices and select the huge + symbol labeled ‘Add device’.
