Программы для использования Bluetooth на Windows

Стандартное программное обеспечение Windows для работы с внешними Bluetooth-устройствами весьма ограничено в функционале. Пользователям, часто сталкивающимся с необходимостью использования Bluetooth, могут оказаться полезными специализированные программы для работы с данным типом беспроводного подключения.

BlueSoleil

BlueSoleil – одна их самых популярных программ для работы с любыми разновидностями Bluetooth-устройств и, особенно, со смартфонами и планшетами. Приложение является условно-бесплатным (ограничение по времени использования), подходит для компьютеров под управлением Windows 7, 8/8.1 и 10, интерфейс имеет перевод на русский язык.

На момент написанию обзора лицензионная версия программы BlueSoleil имеда стоимость $27,99.

Особенности и функции BlueSoleil

Одна из главных особенностей программы BlueSoleil – поддержка технологии Bluetooth версии 4.0. Это означает, что посредством данного приложения можно считывать данные с маломощных Bluetooth-устройств: фитнесс браслеты, беспроводные датчики, поисковые устройства типа «Find Me», термометры, пульсометры и т.д. По словам разработчиков, в базу данных BlueSoleil занесена информация о большом количестве Bluetooth-чипсетов от разных производителей, что позволяет взаимодействовать программе практически со всеми существующими сегодня беспроводными гаджетами.

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Но это лишь одна из функций приложения BlueSoleil. В их число также относятся:

• Наладка связи компьютера со смартфоном/планшетом для организации быстрой передачи и управления любыми файлами на мобильном устройстве.
• Возможность создания виртуальной беспроводной сети между компьютером и Bluetooth-устройством.
• Организация удаленного доступа к компьютеру посредством Bluetooth-соединения (на телефоне должна быть установлена специальная программа).
• Синхронизация данных между смартфоном/планшетом и компьютером (последний будет выступать в роли сервера синхронизации данных).

• Открытие доступа к принтеру/МФУ компьютера с телефона/планшета для печати.
• Быстрое сопряжение компьютерных Bluetooth-устройств (мышки, наушники, клавиатуры и т.д.) с компьютером.
• Возможность приема и отправки SMS-сообщений с телефона, подключенного к компьютеру по Bluetooth-каналу.
• Создание шлюза голосовой связи между компьютером и смартфоном, что позволяет разговаривать по телефону, используя компьютерный микрофон и динамики/наушники.
• Просмотр, поиск и редактирование списка контактов на телефоне с компьютера.
• Возможность установки приложений на Android-устройства.

BluetoothView

BluetoothView – небольшая программа, предназначенная для подключения компьютера к беспроводным Bluetooth-устройствам и мониторинга за ними. Утилита распространяется бесплатно, имеется поддержка русского языка (для русификации интерфейса рядом с программой нужно поместить языковый файл, который можно скачать на той же странице, что и BluetoothView).

Функции BluetoothView

Программа BluetoothView обеспечивает пользователя простым и удобным средством для подключения к компьютеру любых Bluetooth-девайсов – телефонов, мышек, наушников, клавиатур и т.д. Утилита способна автоматически обнаруживать устройства, находящиеся в зоне действия Bluetooth-адаптера компьютера, уведомлять об этом пользователя выдачей звукового сигнала и выполнять заданные им команды (любые команды командной строки, в т.ч. запуск внешних программ и открытие указанных файлов).

Из основного окна программы пользователь может подключиться к любому обнаруженному Bluetooth-устройству без необходимости запуска системных приложений.

Утилита BluetoothView может применяться специалистами сервисных центров, т.к. она способна выводить на экран уникальный сетевой адрес беспроводных устройств. Также программа ведет журнал подключений к Bluetooth-девайсам, записывая в него такие события, как тип основного и вспомогательного устройства, количество успешных/неудачных подключений, дата и время первого и последнего обнаружения и другие данные.

Medieval Bluetooth Network Scanner

Medieval Bluetooth Network Scanner – бесплатная программа для поиска, получения информаци и подключения к Bluetooth-устройствам. Никаких особенных функций у этой утилиты нет – она просто запускает функцию сканирования у Bluetooth-адаптера, находит расположенные в зоне его покрытия устройства и считывает информацию о них: название, сетевой Bluetooth-адрес и класс оборудования.

В пару кликов по названию устройства можно осуществить его сопряжение с компьютером. Если Bluetooth-девайс требует авторизации, то программа Medieval Bluetooth Network Scanner отобразит окно для ввода кода. Имеется возможность сохранения параметров для подключения к любому устройству, что позволит в будущем автоматически подключаться к ним.

Однако стоит отметить, что утилита Medieval Bluetooth Network Scanner способна обнаруживать не только сами беспроводные Bluetooth-девайсы, но и службы, которые на них выполняются (т.е. доступный на том или ином устройстве функционал).

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Bluetooth management tool windows

IVT BlueSoleil Mobile
версия 6.4.275.0

Последнее обновление программы в шапке 17.11.09

Менеджер Bluetooth соединения для ПК.

Поддерживает службы:

• Personal Area Network (Server)
• Serial Port
• Basic Image Push
• Header Audio Gateway
• LAN Acce
• AV Headphone
• Information Synchronization
• File Transfer
• Object Push

Ограничение: (только для NONAME брелков) : Можно передавать максимум 5 мегабайт информации.

Утилита от IVT для проверки совместимости с имеющимся оборудованием: HardwareCheck.exe

Варез программ для ПК, как и самой ОС, на форуме ЗАПРЕЩЁН! Объявление: Правила раздела Компьютеры и периферия

Сообщение отредактировал KOT-BE3DEXOD — 10.01.20, 06:52

И так. Данная програмулина есть и для КПК. Единственное условие что не работает со встроенными БТ. Я пробовал на 3-х различных iPAQ-ах. Скачать можно с офф-сайта.

Сообщение отредактировал -QwertY- — 09.01.06, 01:31

Теперь собственно описание настройки:

1. Personal Area Network (PAN)

2. Serial Port(s)

3. Basic Image Push

4. Header Audio Gateway

5. LAN Access

6. AV Headphone

7. Information Synchronization

8. File Transfer

9. Object Push

Думаю коментарии к скриншотам не нужны.

Если хотите сменить номер КОМ порта которые по умолчанию присвоился в BlueSoleil то надо зайти в «Диспетчер устройств» и в свойствах КОМ порта который стоит в данный момент в BlueSoleil зайти в «Свойства порта» а затем в «Дополнительно» и выбрать нужный порт.

И так. Данная програмулина есть и для КПК. Единственное условие что не работает со встроенными БТ. Я пробовал на 3-х различных iPAQ-ах. Скачать можно с офф-сайта.

на xda говорят, чтоб заработало на КПК, делать надо так:

1) Забакапить все. На всякий случай. 🙂

2) Перед установкой убить ключи реестра:

3) Перегрузить КПК

4) Установить Bluesoleil WinCE

5) Во время установки выбрать: Manual -> USB driver и пусть перегружается.

6) Если возникнут траблы с ГПРС, то убить ключи:

7) Перегрузиться еще раз.

[quote]на xda говорят, чтоб заработало на КПК, делать надо так:

1) Забакапить все. На всякий случай. 🙂

2) Перед установкой убить ключи реестра:

3) Перегрузить КПК

4) Установить Bluesoleil WinCE

5) Во время установки выбрать: Manual -> USB driver и пусть перегружается.

6) Если возникнут траблы с ГПРС, то убить ключи:

Пользователям Джамов — не пугаться, если после всего вышепроцитированного все равно блютус не захочет включаться. Странно, но факт: достаточно выключить и включить джем, и он заработает. Данное действие придется делать каждый раз после софтрезета. или не делать, если блютус сразу после него не используется, все равно Джем отключит экран автоматически, рано или поздно 😉

Сообщение отредактировал seadh — 17.10.05, 17:55

УРАААА! У меня на КПК пошёл. Только немного по другому. Если надо ВЫЛОЖУ. Проверено только на 2020i.

АП радость была не долгой 🙁 всё работает, но всё что есть в этом менеджере есть и в видкомовском. А БТ гарнитуру он как не видел так и не увидел. Посему нафиг.

Сообщение отредактировал -QwertY- — 25.10.05, 22:40

BluetoothView for Windows

Softonic review

Detect and connect to any Bluetooth device

If you’re not satisfied with the Bluetooth detector on your PC then try BluetoothView which simplifies connecting to Bluetooth devices.

BluetoothView is a small utility that runs in the background and monitors the activity of Bluetooth devices around you. For each detected Bluetooth device, it displays the Device Name, Bluetooth Address, Major Device Type, Minor Device Type, First Detection Time, Last Detection Time and other minor details. The program works very discreetly and only notifies you in the taskbar with a popup when it has discovered a new device. However, if you don’t want the balloon in your taskbar, you can always instruct it to use a beep sound instead. To be honest, unless your bluetooth detector on your PC is really poor you don’t really need this utility but then again, if you constantly work between Bluetooth devices, then you’ll find it a much better way to find and connect than manually searching for them.

If you’re a heavy Bluetooth user, then you’ll find that BluetoothView makes life easier in finding the devices you need to connect to.

Added ‘Hide Paired Devices’ option. Paired devices are usually detected even when they are not active, so this option allows you to hide them

Changes

Added ‘Hide Paired Devices’ option. Paired devices are usually detected even when they are not active, so this option allows you to hide them

Author’s review

BluetoothView is a small utility that runs in the background and monitors the activity of Bluetooth devices around you.

For each detected Bluetooth device, it displays the following information: Device Name, Bluetooth Address, Major Device Type, Minor Device Type, First Detection Time, Last Detection Time, and more.

How to master Bluetooth on Windows 10

Source: Windows Central

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that provides a medium to connect peripherals over a short distance to your computer without the need for messy wiring cluttering your space. In addition, it’s a technology that also offers the ability to send and receive data (at low speeds) between devices.

Whether you have a laptop, tablet, or desktop, you can connect a long list of accessories, including keyboards, mice, headphones, printers, scanners, game controllers, even your phone, and more without sacrificing any of the available USB ports. However, you’ll need a compatible Bluetooth adapter before you can pair any device, but even though most devices include this technology built into the system, it’s not always the case.

In this Windows 10 guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to master the necessary knowledge to get started using Bluetooth, including the steps to confirm the technology is available on your computer, configure the adapter and pair a peripheral, as well as the instructions to use some of its features, and the steps to troubleshoot and fix common problems.

How to determine device has Bluetooth on Windows 10

Although modern laptops and desktops come acquitted with Bluetooth, it’s not always true. If you’re not certain whether your computer has a radio adapter, you can always check using Device Manager.

To determine if your computer supports Bluetooth using Device Manager, use these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.

Confirm the Bluetooth adapter is present.

Source: Windows Central

Quick tip: Sometimes, the adapter will appear under the «Network adapter» branch.

Once you complete the steps, you will know for sure if your computer has a Bluetooth adapter.

You can also use the Bluetooth & other devices settings page to find out if an adapter is available, but only if the adapter is already enabled. As a result, the best method to find out is using Device Manager.

How to install Bluetooth on Windows 10

If your device doesn’t include support for Bluetooth, you can always install a new adapter using a USB dongle or upgrading the Wi-Fi adapter (usually on laptops). However, you can only use one Bluetooth adapter per computer, which means that the installation process will be different whether you’re adding new or upgrading an old adapter.

Adding Bluetooth adapter

Depending on whether you’re using a desktop computer or laptop, there are different ways to add Bluetooth to your device.

In these instructions, we’re outlining the basic steps to install a dongle adapter:

1. Connect the Bluetooth dongle to your computer.
2. Allow the system to detect and install the required driver automatically.

After you complete the steps, the adapter will install, and you should be able to start pairing devices to your computer. However, if the adapter wasn’t detected correctly, you may need to install the Bluetooth driver manually.

Installing Bluetooth driver

Adding a Bluetooth adapter should be a plug-and-play process, but depending on the device, you may need to install its driver manually using these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.
3. Expand the Other devices branch.

Right-click the adapter with the yellow mark, and select the Update driver option.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Search automatically for updated driver software option.

Source: Windows Central

(Optional) If Windows 10 didn’t install the driver, click the Search for updated drivers on Windows Update button.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Check for updates button from the Settings app.

Source: Windows Central

Once you complete the steps, you should be able to start connecting peripherals using this short-range wireless technology.

Replacing Bluetooth adapter

If the device already has a Bluetooth adapter, but it’s not working correctly, or you want to use another adapter, you can’t connect the new adapter and expect it to work. You must physically remove the old adapter, or disable it, before installing the new Bluetooth radio.

To replace an old Bluetooth adapter, use these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.
3. Expand the Bluetooth branch.

Right-click the adapter and select the Disable device option.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Yes button.

Connect the new Bluetooth dongle to your computer.

Allow the system to detect and install the required driver automatically.

If the computer is having trouble adding the new device, you should proceed with the steps to install the driver manually.

In the case that the adapter is ready for a replacement, we recommend the Bluetooth USB Adapter CSR 4.0 USB Dongle from ZEXMTE because of its low profile design and USB connectivity allowing to easily add Bluetooth to virtually any device. Also, it’s plug-and-play, which means that Windows 10 will detect and install it automatically, and the adapter uses Low Energy technology, and it’s compatible with previous versions of the standard.

Our pick

ZEXMTE Bluetooth USB Adapter CSR 4.0 USB

Get Bluetooth on any PC

This tiny adapter lets you add Bluetooth (with backward compatibility support) to any Windows 10 device without breaking your wallet.

How to access advanced Bluetooth settings on Windows 10

Although the options to manage Bluetooth are now available through the Settings app, no every option is available to you in the app.

If you want to access additional Bluetooth settings on Windows 10, use these steps.

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.

Under the «Related settings» section, on the right side, click the More Bluetooth options link.

Source: Windows Central

While in the settings page, you can access discovery, notification, as well as the option to show or hide the Bluetooth icon in the notification area. In addition, you can access the view and set up COM ports, and view hardware information about all the devices connecting using the wireless radio.

How to enable Bluetooth on Windows 10

On Windows 10, there are multiple ways that you can go enabling Bluetooth on your computer, including using the Settings app, Action Center, and Device Manager.

Enabling feature using Settings

To enable Bluetooth on Windows 10, use these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.

Turn on the Bluetooth toggle switch.

Source: Windows Central

Once you complete the steps, the wireless radio will enable on your device.

Enabling feature using Action Center

Alternatively, you can also enable Bluetooth from Action Center using these steps:

Open Action Center.

Quick tip: Use the Windows key + A keyboard shortcut for quicker access to Action Center.

Click the Bluetooth button.

Source: Windows Central

After you complete the steps, Bluetooth should be operational and ready to pair new devices.

Enabling adapter

If you don’t see the option to enable the adapter in the Settings app or Action Center, it could indicate that your device doesn’t have the functionality or someone disabled the radio adapter.

To enable a Bluetooth adapter with Device Manager, use these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.
3. Expand the Bluetooth branch.

Right-click the adapter and select the Enable device option.

Source: Windows Central

Once you complete the steps, the adapter will enable on your computer, and the option to control Bluetooth will appear in the Settings app as well as in Action Center.

How to check Bluetooth version on Windows 10

While you may have support for Bluetooth on your device, the version of the adapter will dictate the features that you’ll be able to use. For instance, if you want to maintain a wireless connection with another device over 300 feet, then you’ll need Bluetooth version 5. Or if you’re going to use Nearby sharing on Windows 10, you’ll need at least Bluetooth version 4, as the feature relies on the Low Energy standard.

To find out the version of the Bluetooth adapter on your tablet, laptop, or desktop, use these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.

Under the «Related settings» section, on the right side, click the More Bluetooth options link.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Properties button.

Under the «Firmware Version» section, confirm the LMP version number.

Source: Windows Central

Check the following list to determine the version of your Bluetooth adapter:

• LMP 10.x: Bluetooth 5.1.
• LMP 9.x: Bluetooth 5.0.
• LMP 8.x: Bluetooth 4.2.
• LMP 7.x: Bluetooth 4.1.
• LMP 6.x: Bluetooth 4.0.
• LMP 5.x: Bluetooth 3.0 + HS.
• LMP 4.x: Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR.
• LMP 3.x: Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
• LMP 2.x: Bluetooth 1.2.
• LMP 1.x: Bluetooth 1.1.
• LMP 0.x: Bluetooth 1.0b.

Once you complete the steps, you’ll have a better understanding of the version as well as features available with the adapter.

Just remember that some releases are software update only, and not hardware updates. For instance, when Bluetooth version 4.0 released, later on, a software revision was released that bumped the version number to 4.1.

Also, you can always check the hardware specifications on your manufacturer support website to find out the version of the radio adapter.

How to connect peripheral using Bluetooth on Windows 10

Depending on the peripheral, you can use a number of ways to connect it using Bluetooth.

Using Settings

To connect any Bluetooth device to your desktop, laptop, or tablet, power on the device, make it discoverable, and use these steps:

Quick tip: The process to enable pairing mode will be different depending on the device. Usually, if the device doesn’t have a screen, simply turning the switch on will initiate the pairing. However, if the device as a screen, you may need to perform some specific steps to enable pairing mode, including confirming a passcode. If you’re not sure how to start the pairing mode on your accessory, make sure to check your manufacturer’s website for specific details.

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.

Click the Add Bluetooth or another device.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Bluetooth option.

Source: Windows Central

Select the device as soon as it appears on the list.

Source: Windows Central

Continue with the on-screen directions to pair the device (if applicable). Sometimes, depending on the accessory, some additional steps may be required, including confirming a pairing code if you’re connecting a something with a display (for example, a phone).

After you complete the steps, the device (keyboard, mouse, printer, or scanner) will connect wirelessly to your computer.

Using Swift Pair

Swift Pair is a feature designed to save you steps pairing compatible Bluetooth accessories. The feature uses proximity to detect the device and shows an alert in the notification area to complete the setup automatically.

Enabling Swift Pair

To enable Swift Pair with over the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) protocol on your device, use these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.

Check the Show notifications to connect using Swift Pair option.

Source: Windows Central

Once you complete the steps, you can start connecting compatible devices with this feature to your computer.

Connecting device

To connect a compatible device using Swift Pair, use these steps:

1. Power on Bluetooth peripheral.
2. Make the device discoverable.
3. Bring it closer to your computer for Windows 10 to detect it.

In the notification, click the Connect button.

Source: Windows Central

Continue with the on-screen directions (if applicable).

After you complete the steps, you can use the device like any other Bluetooth peripheral.

Using Action Center

To pair peripherals, such as speakers or external displays, power on the device, make it discoverable, and use these steps:

Open Action center.

Quick tip: Use the Windows key + A keyboard shortcut for quicker access to Action center.

Click the Connect button.

Source: Windows Central

Select the Bluetooth device from the list.

Source: Windows Central

Continue with the on-screen directions (if applicable).

Once you complete the steps, the peripheral will connect automatically using Bluetooth radio signal to your computer.

How to transfer files using Bluetooth on Windows 10

On Windows 10, Bluetooth allows you to connect accessories, such as keyboards, mice, speakers, printers, and similar devices, but the technology can also enable other experiences, such as the ability to share files across devices.

Using Nearby sharing feature

Nearby sharing is a feature that uses Bluetooth in combination with a Wi-Fi connection to share files with other nearby devices without the need for complicated steps.

Enabling Nearby sharing

To enable Nearby sharing on Windows 10, use these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on System.
3. Click on Shared experiences.

Turn on the Nearby sharing feature.

Source: Windows Central

Use the I can share or receive connect from drop-down menu to select the sharing method.

Once you complete the steps, you’ll need to repeat the instructions on the destination device.

Transferring with Nearby sharing

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Right-click the file to be shared.

Select the Share button.

Source: Windows Central

Select the device from the Share interface.

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On the destination device, click the Save & Open (or Save) button to transfer the file.

Source: Windows Central

After you complete the steps, the file will be available in the «Downloads» folder.

These are quick instructions to use Nearby sharing on Windows 10, but there are more ways to use this feature. You can check out this guide to learn more.

Using Bluetooth send and receive feature

Alternatively, you can also use the legacy send and receive feature to share files with other devices. However, unlike Nearby sharing, you can only share small files, because of the speed limitations of Bluetooth, large files can take a long time to transfer. Also, one person can configure this feature, but the initial set up involves a lot of back and forth between devices. As a result, this is more like a two people operation.

To send files to another computer with Bluetooth, use these steps:

Right-click the Bluetooth icon from the taskbar notification area.

Select the Send a file option.

Source: Windows Central

Select the device to transfer the data.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Browse button to select the file to share.

Source: Windows Central

On the source computer, click the Yes button to confirm pairing.

Source: Windows Central

Click the Finish button.

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Once you complete the steps, the file will transfer wirelessly using Bluetooth and your Wi-Fi connection from the source to the destination device.

Although using the above steps, you need to go through the pairing process to connect both computers. It’s something that you have to do only once. After the connection has been made, you only need to repeat steps No. 1 through 5, and step No. 12.

Using Your Phone app

If you’re trying to transfer photos from your phone to your computer, if your mobile device is compatible, you should use the Your Phone app.

The Your Phone app is a fairly new experience on Windows 10 that allows to link your mobile phone to your computer to send and receive SMS messages, make phone calls, remote access to your phone screen, as well as the ability to browse recent photos and transfer them to your computer with the help of Bluetooth.

Setting up Your Phone

To set up Your Phone on your compatible mobile device as well as on your computer, use these steps:

1. On your mobile phone, open Google Play.
2. Search for the Your Phone Companion app.
3. Tap the Install button.
4. Tap the Open button.

Tap the Sign in with Microsoft button.

Source: Windows Central

Tap Allow, Allow, Allow, and Allow to give the app permission to your data and files.

Source: Windows Central

Select your phone device platform.

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Click the Continue button. (If the app selected the incorrect account, select the Sign in with a different account option.)

On your mobile phone, tap Allow on the Your Phone notification.

After you complete the steps, the phone will link to your computer, and you can start transferring images as well as accessing other features.

Transferring files using Your Phone

To copy files from your mobile device to your computer with Your Phone, use these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Your Phone and click the top result to open the app.
3. Click on Photos.

Right-click the picture and select the action, such as Save as to transfer the file to your computer.

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Select the folder location to export the image.

Click the Save button.

Once you complete the steps, you may need to repeat the steps to transfer additional pictures.

Using this option, you can only choose to transfer among the last several images you created.

In addition to transferring pictures, using the Your Phone app, on supported devices, you can also send messages, get notifications as well as control your phone screen without having to unlock your phone using Bluetooth.

How to lock device using Bluetooth on Windows 10

On Windows 10, Dynamic lock is a security feature that offers the ability to lock your computer automatically when you step away. The feature works sensing the proximity of personal Bluetooth devices (such as your phone or wearable gadget) paired to your computer. When enabled, if the Bluetooth device is near your computer, Windows 10 will lock itself automatically after a short period.

To allow Windows 10 to lock automatically, first pair your phone (or wearable) to your computer, and then use these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Accounts.
3. Click on Sign-in options.

Under the «Dynamic lock» section, check the Allow Windows to automatically lock your device when you’re away option.

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After you complete the steps, you can test the feature by walking away with your phone, for example, and returning after a few minutes to find the device locked. Alternatively, you can always turn off your phone temporarily to test the feature.

Of course, you’ll still need your password or PIN to sign in again, unless you’re using Windows Hello.

How to disconnect peripheral using Bluetooth on Windows 10

If you no longer need a Bluetooth device, you can remove it using these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.
4. Select the Bluetooth peripheral from the right side.

Click the Remove device button.

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Quick tip: If the «Remove device» button is grayed out, make sure to enable Bluetooth to make the option available.

Once you complete the steps, you may need to repeat the instructions to remove additional Bluetooth devices from your computer.

How to determine Bluetooth device battery level on Windows 10

On supported Bluetooth accessories, Windows 10 can show you the current battery level as well as alerts when recharging is required without the need for third-party software.

To view the battery level of a Bluetooth device on Windows 10, use these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Devices.
3. Click on Bluetooth & other devices.

Confirm the battery level of the Bluetooth device on the right side.

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After you complete the steps, you’ll have a better understanding of the battery life of a particular wireless device.

How to fix common Bluetooth problems on Windows 10

When working with Bluetooth devices, there are a lot of factors that can affect connectivity, but usually, it comes down to a problem with the adapter, driver, or the current connection.

The instructions below will help you to resolve most common problems.

Using Bluetooth troubleshooter

The easiest way to troubleshoot and fix problems with Bluetooth is running the adapter troubleshooter with these steps:

1. Open Settings.
2. Click on Update & Security.
3. Click on Troubleshoot.
4. Under the «Find and fix other problems» section, select the Bluetooth item.

Click the Run the troubleshooter button.

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Click the Close button.

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After you complete the steps, the troubleshooter will run, detect, and fix common problems that may be preventing you from using Bluetooth devices on your computer.

Determining Bluetooth problem

In the case that the Bluetooth option is missing from the Settings app, then the adapter may be disabled, or there’s a problem with the driver package.

To determine if the Bluetooth adapter is disabled or has a driver issue, use these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.
3. Expand the Bluetooth branch.
4. If the adapter has a down-arrow icon, then it’s disabled.

Right-click the adapter and select the Enable device option to resolve the issue.

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If the adapter has a yellow exclamation or red mark, then there could be a problem with the driver.

Restart the device.

Once you complete the steps, if the problem persists, you may need to reinstall the driver or update the driver using the latest package available from your manufacturer support website.

Reinstalling Bluetooth driver

If you’re planning to install a newer driver, it’s recommended to use the manufacturer instructions, but if the steps are not available, you can use these steps:

1. Open Start.
2. Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.
3. Expand the Bluetooth branch.

Right-click the adapter and select the Update driver option.

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Click the Browse my computer for driver software option.

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Click the Browse button.

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Select the folder with the driver package (unzipped).

Click the OK button.

Check the Include subfolders option.

Click the Next button.

Restart the device.

After you complete the steps, Bluetooth should start working again on your computer.

Fixing connectivity problems

If the problem is one of the devices connected to your computer, one quick way to resolve connectivity issues is by removing and reconnecting the peripheral again.

In the case that you see connectivity issues with a particular device, then it could be a problem with the device as a result of poor design or other factors. Also, remember that Bluetooth devices usually work best when they’re closer to the computer. Unless otherwise specified, the farther the device is from your computer, the weaker the connection will be.

More Windows 10 resources

For more helpful articles, coverage, and answers to common questions about Windows 10, visit the following resources:

All 20 stories from our 2019 Spotlight on Bluetooth package, all in one place. Whether it’s a spot of Bluetooth history, a bit of humor or wireless memery, or some thoughtful analysis on the future of the short-range tech, you’ll find it right here, courtesy of the folks at Android Central, iMore and Windows Central.