How to allow the virtual machine to unmute the host machine?

Discussion in 'Parallels Desktop for Mac' started by JohnA42, Mar 16, 2024.

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  1. JohnA42

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    I already have the setting enabled to sync between the host and virtual machine volume, but this works only unidirectionally when it comes to muting and unmuting.
    Sp if I unmute Windows (the virtual machine), then I need it to somehow unmute the host machine as well.
    Is this possible?
     
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    Does anyone at Parallels read this forum?
     
  3. JohnA42

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    Apparently not.
     
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    Any updates from the team?
     
  5. makah

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    unfortunately, the current functionality only allows for unidirectional audio control. To achieve bidirectional muting and unmuting (where unmuting the virtual machine also unmutes the host machine), you'll likely need to explore a custom scripting solution or look into third-party software that can bridge this gap.

    One possible approach is to create a script that monitors the mute state of the virtual machine and sends a command to the host machine to change its mute state accordingly. Tools like PowerShell on Windows or Automator on macOS could be helpful for this purpose.

    If anyone has experience with this or knows of a more straightforward solution, please share your insights!
     

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