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Change the Windows 8 Sound Scheme

Introduction

In this article we explain how to change the Windows 8 Sound Scheme. It's the same as in Windows 7.

Procedure to change the Sound Scheme

Step 1

First we have to move to the Windows 8 Start Screen and then click Desktop.

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Step 2

In the Windows 8 Desktop right-click on the sound icon in the system tray.

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Step 3

Select sounds.

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Step 4

When the sound window opens, click the down arrow under Sound Scheme and select your preferred sound.

Note: If you don't have a favorite Sound Scheme then you can highlight it then click the Test button to hear it.

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Step 5

Click OK to save.

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That's it! Now you can use whatever Windows Theme you want and still be able to tweak the Sound Scheme of it.