Fact · Dictation in your apps
When Outlook dictation shows 'Mic issue', 'Can't detect mic' or 'Can't access mic', Microsoft says to make sure the microphone is plugged in and to test it.
Checked against its source on October 17, 2026
In the source's own words
“Make sure the microphone is plugged in. Test the microphone to make sure it's working.”
Dictate your emails in Outlook (Microsoft Support), Microsoft, Microsoft Support, 2026, Troubleshooting, Microphone problems.
Open the original- What it measures
- Microsoft's troubleshooting section pairs each error message with the first check to make. These three messages share one first step.
- What it does not show
- The article does not say what to do if the microphone is plugged in and tests well, beyond checking the microphone settings and app permissions.