MacBook Air not playing audio through hdmi

When I connect to tv using USBc to HDMI, it plays video but sound comes through laptop (irritating). I have followed guidance selecting preferences and output device but it still plays sound through MacBook. Any help to solve this would be welcome - I use it to stream sport etc. Thank you

iPad, iPadOS 17

Posted on Feb 6, 2024 1:31 AM

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