MacAir is connected to external monitor but no mic/ability to speak

My MacAir 2019 is connected to a Dell monitor and I close up the Mac. I have external sound but no internal so can't use mic. What can I do so I can speak on Zoom calls etc?

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Posted on Jun 11, 2021 11:00 AM

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Posted on Jun 12, 2021 1:32 PM

When you close the lid on your MacBook Air then the built-in microphone is deactivated. What you can use is an external Microphone connected either via the USB-C port OR you can connect the headphones with Mic through the 3.5mm Audio port.


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