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Bluetooth Icon Grayed Out

Summary: Follow the steps below to resolve the Bluetooth icon not showing in the notification area of Windows and Bluetooth not functioning.

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Bluetooth Icon missing or Bluetooth not functioning, or Bluetooth icon is greyed out or missing


Steps to ensure Bluetooth icon is available and Bluetooth is functioning correctly:

  1. Make sure the wireless switch is on. It will be either a sliding switch on the left or right side edge of the computer, a key combination ( Fn & F2 or F2 ) or single key, look for the wireless icon.
  2. Turn on the wireless using the wireless switch.
  3. If the Bluetooth icon is still not visible under notification area then go to Control Panel,Program & Features,Check for program name “Bluesoleil 5.4.2770,IVT Corp"and Uninstall the program.
  4. Restart the system.
  5. Check for the Bluetooth icon in the notification area.
  6. If the Bluetooth icon is still not visible under notification area then type "Bluetooth & other devices" in the Windows search bar and open the Bluetooth settings menu. Ensure Bluetooth is On and the "Show notifications to connect using Swift Pair" is enabled.
  7. Apply and save the changes
  8. The Bluetooth icon will appear in the notification area and is ready to be used.

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Last Published Date

10 Jan 2024

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6

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How To