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Fix: That Didn’t Work, Bluetooth Device is Not Discoverable
A corrupt user profile could be the cause of the problem
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Have you ever had a problem with your PC displayingThat Didn’t Work, Bluetooth Device is Not Discoverableafter connecting to your computer? Or perhaps you’ve followed a step-by-step guide for setting up a Bluetooth device, only to be met with the same message.
You can try tomake your Bluetooth devices auto connect, but sometimes this is not always possible. If your Bluetooth device is not discoverable, we will attempt some fixes below to help you.
Why is my device not discoverable?
If your device has been paired with another device, but it is not showing up in the list of devices to which you can connect, then there may be a few reasons for this:
What can I do if theDidn’t work Bluetooth device is not discoverableerror keeps appearing?
Before any advanced troubleshooting, check the following:
1. Run the Bluetooth troubleshooter
2. Roll back to previous drivers
3. Set up a new user profile
Although it is not common, acorrupt user profilecan interfere with how Bluetooth works.
4. Start your PC in Safe Mode
How do I make sure my Bluetooth device is discoverable?
That didn’t work. Make sure your Bluetooth device is still discoverable, then try again error may happen frequently if you ignore your connections. To ensure your Bluetooth device is always discoverable, keep the following in check:
And that’s how to quickly fix theThat didn’t work, make sure your Bluetooth device is still discoverable then try againerror. If none yield the desired results, you can try toroll back from Windows 11 to Windows 10and see if this fixes the issue.
Do share your thoughts on this topic in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
