How to Connect Wireless Headphones on PC or Mac

This updated guide explains how to Connect Wireless Headphones on PC or Mac through clear steps, practical examples, and important checks that help prevent common errors.

Method 1 of 2:

On PC

Turn on your wireless headphones. Make sure your wireless headphones have plenty of battery life.
Click
. The Start menu is the button with the Windows logo in the lower-left corner of the task bar.
Click
. The Settings menu is the icon that resembles a gear in the left-most column of the Windows Start sidebar.
Click Devices. It's the second option in the Settings menu. It has an icon that resembles an iPod and a keyboard.
Click Bluetooth & other devices. It's the first option in the sidebar menu below "Devices".
Click + Add Bluetooth or other device. It's the first option in the Bluetooth & Other Devices menu.
Click Bluetooth. It's the first option in the "Add a device" popup. Your computer will start searching for nearby Bluetooth devices.
Put Bluetooth headphones in pairing mode. Most wireless headphones have a button, or combination of buttons as you can press and hold to put your wireless headphones in pairing mode. Consult the user's manual for your wireless headphones to see how you put your brand of wireless headphones in pairing mode. When your computer discovers your wireless headphones, they will be listed in the "Add a device" popup.
Click your wireless headphones. As soon as the wireless headphones appear in the "Add a device" menu. click them to add them. Once they are successfully paired, you can use your wireless headphones on your PC.

Method 2 of 2:

On Mac

Turn on your wireless headphones. Make sure your wireless headphones have plenty of battery life.
Click
. The bluetooth icon is located towards the right side of the menu bar at the top.
Click Open Bluetooth Preferences. It's the last option in the Bluetooth menu.
Put Bluetooth headphones in pairing mode. Most wireless headphones have a button, or combination of buttons as you can press and hold to put your wireless headphones in pairing mode. Consult the user's manual for your wireless headphones to see how you put your brand of wireless headphones in pairing mode. When your Mac discovers your wireless headphones, they will appear in the list of Bluetooth devices on your Mac.
Click Connect across from the headphones. When you see the wireless headphones appear in the list of Bluetooth devices, click "Connect" across from the headphones. Once they are successfully paired with your Mac, you can starting using them with your Mac.

FAQ

What is the easiest way to Connect Wireless Headphones on PC or Mac?

Start with the requirements in this guide, then follow each step in order. Check the result after every major change so problems are easier to identify.