AudioDeviceCmdlets is a set of PowerShell cmdlets designed to manage audio devices on Windows systems. These cmdlets are particularly useful for automating tasks related to audio device settings, such as changing the default playback device or adjusting volume levels. This is important for IT professionals and system administrators who need to manage multiple machines or deploy consistent audio settings across an organization. The cmdlets can be integrated into larger scripts to streamline workflows and ensure a standardized audio environment.

Examples:

1. Installing AudioDeviceCmdlets Module:
Before using AudioDeviceCmdlets, you need to install the module. Open PowerShell with administrative privileges and run the following command:

   Install-Module -Name AudioDeviceCmdlets -Force

This command downloads and installs the AudioDeviceCmdlets module from the PowerShell Gallery.

2. Listing All Audio Devices:
To list all audio devices on your system, use the Get-AudioDevice cmdlet:

   Get-AudioDevice -List

This command will display a list of all audio devices, including their names and IDs.

3. Setting the Default Playback Device:
To set a specific audio device as the default playback device, first, get the device ID using the Get-AudioDevice cmdlet, then use the Set-DefaultAudioDevice cmdlet:

   $device = Get-AudioDevice -List | Where-Object { $_.Name -like "*Speakers*" }

   Set-DefaultAudioDevice -Index $device.Index

This script sets the audio device with "Speakers" in its name as the default playback device.

4. Adjusting Volume Levels:
You can adjust the volume level of a specific audio device using the Set-AudioDeviceVolume cmdlet:

   $device = Get-AudioDevice -List | Where-Object { $_.Name -like "*Speakers*" }

   Set-AudioDeviceVolume -Index $device.Index -Volume 50

This script sets the volume level of the "Speakers" device to 50%.

5. Muting and Unmuting Audio Devices:
To mute or unmute an audio device, use the Set-AudioDeviceMute cmdlet:

   $device = Get-AudioDevice -List | Where-Object { $_.Name -like "*Speakers*" }

   Set-AudioDeviceMute -Index $device.Index -Mute $true  # To mute

   Set-AudioDeviceMute -Index $device.Index -Mute $false # To unmute

These commands will mute and unmute the "Speakers" device, respectively.