My laptop only has HDMI out and the external monitors I have access to here (including a projector) are old VGA-only.

I have a HDMI->VGA adapter but when I use this I lose any sound output from the laptop, presumably because it thinks a HMI cable is connected and is sending the sound that way?

I can't get sound through the laptop speakers or the headphone-out 3.5mm socket. Is this likely something I can resolve in Windows 10 settings?

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To change the audio ouput channel follow the next steps:

1. Press the Windows key
2. Type 'Settings' and open the Settings
3. In the Settings view type 'Manage audio'
4. Open 'Manage audio devices'
5. Select the right output channel
6. Click at the bottom on 'Set Default'
7. Click 'OK'
8. Depending on the program, you may need to configure the audio output channel in the program also.

Shorter path (thanks to PWtr):

1. Right click on sound level icon in taskbar
2. Playback devices
3. Continue at step 5 (see above)

You may need to restart the program before it takes effect. Also do not forget to check the output level. The output level is stored separatly per device.

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