How to Switch Between Laptop Speakers Headphones

1. Locate the Audio Out jack on the laptop. This is the port for connecting external self-powered speakers or a set of headphones. On most laptops, the Audio Out jack is located along the left edge of the cabinet or the back connection panel.
2. Dial down the volume on the laptop before connecting or wearing headphones if an audio source is already playing. In Windows, the volume control can be accessed quickly by double-clicking the volume icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen. This icon resembles a small loudspeaker cone. Double-clicking the icon will display a volume control with a slider switch that can be moved by clicking and holding the slide with the mouse and dragging it to the desired position. Many laptops also have keyboard controls for audio volume, so check your laptop's manual.
3. Insert the plug on the end of the headphones cord straight into the Audio Out jack. This will automatically shut off the laptop's built-in speakers for private listening through headphones.
4. Switch back to the built-in laptop speakers by unplugging the headphones.