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How can i get my Volume Icon back into my Task Bar? My (3yr) old daughter has been 'playing' with my Laptop and now my Volume Icon disappeared and i can't seem to figure out how to get it back and working! Grateful for any advice and Tip!

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Control panel sounds and audio devices you can adjust the volume there also select speaker volume you can make adjustments there you can also tick in the box place icon in taskbar
hope this helps

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