Windows 10 You can make your mic louder by following the steps below: 1. Open the Start menu. 2. Start typing “Control Panel” and open it. 3. Tap “Hardware and sound.” 4. Tap “Sound.” 5. Under the “Recording” tab, select the mic you’re using and tap “Properties.” 6. Go to the “Levels” tab. 7. Use the slider to increase “Microphone Boost.” 8. Test your mic to see if it worked. Mac 1. Tap the Apple icon. 2. Tap “System Preferences.” 3. Tap “Sound.” 4. Under the “Input” tab, select the microphone you’re using. 5. Adjust the “Input volume” slider. 6. Speak in your normal voice to test it.