Audio Device Switcher

If you are using various audio devices on your computer, then chances are that you want a simple and efficient way to switch between them according to what you are doing. After all, who wouldn’t appreciate toggling between headsets and speakers with a click of a button?

Audio Device Switcher is an application that allows you to switch between your playback and recording devices via a hotkey.

The program is a Microsoft Store app so the installation is done from there. The app comes with a simple and user-friendly interface that is unlikely to give you any troubles. More precisely, the GUI includes two main tabs, namely the playback and recording. Regardless of the one you select, you should be able to view all devices connected along with their names.

Afterwards, simply select the devices, add the hotkey and you are set to go. Essentially, what happens now is that you can cycle between the selected devices and stop at the one you need. It is worth mentioning that you can further manage the devices - rename, delete or create - by clicking on the three dots menu alongside each device.

According to the developer, the application can also be used in a so-called offline mode, where the app can be closed. To use the offline mode, select the desired devices, copy the command in the dedicated bottom field and open the desired app that supports key binds for hardware and paste the command there. This could work well with a gaming keyboard, for instance.

All in all Audio Device Switcher is a tool that addresses users who have multiple playback or recording devices and need a quick and efficient way to access them. The app can also be useful if you just need something to help toggle between headsets and speakers nevertheless.