Resolving pro tools clicking and popping Error

However, most of them report encountering Pro Tools clicking and popping error on their systems.
> I’m getting a popping and clicking noise whenever I try to record anything > in pro tools. I’ve tried everything I can think of to fix it.

• Pro Tools is a software commonly used by musicians.
• When Pro Tools is not working properly, the clicking and popping sounds can become annoying.
• Some users suggested installing the latest drivers, while others tried resetting their PC.
• Another quick solution: resetting the ASIO drivers, as you will see below.

Disable the Windows Audio service

1. Open the Cortana search box and type services.msc
2. Click Services in the search results to open the window below.
   
3. Scroll through the list and double-click Windows Audio to open the window shown below.
4. Select the Startup type drop-down menu, and set it to Manual.
5. Now, click Apply to save the changes, and close the window.

Use the ASIO Driver

1. Right-click Start and select Device Manager.
2. Expand the Sound section.
   
3. Right-click on the Audio device and select Update Driver.
4. Select Search automatically for drivers.
5. After this step, check if the issue is resolved.

Run the application in Admin Mode

1. Launch the Advanced SystemCare, click General from the left pane.
2. Next, click the Change Privileges option.
   
3. Now, check the Run as administrator box.
4. Click OK to save the changes.

Turn off Hardware Acceleration

1. Press Windows Key + I to open Settings, then open System & Security, and finally, open System.
2. Go to Advanced system settings, then choose Advanced tab, and then click on Settings.
3. Now, go to Advanced tab and check Use hardware acceleration when available. Deselect that option if it’s checked.
   
4. Restart your PC, and check if the error is resolved.

Update your Sound Drivers

1. Right-click on the Start menu and select Device Manager.
2. Expand the Sound, Video and Game Controllers section.
3. Right-click on the Sound device you want to update and select Update Driver Software.
   
4. Select the Search Automatically for updated driver software option.
5. Wait for the system to download and install the latest drivers.

Perform a Clean Boot

1. Type msconfig in Run’s search box, and click the relevant search result.
2. Select the Services tab in the System Configuration window.
3. Uncheck any services listed there that refer to third-party software.
   
4. Press the OK button to close the window.
5. Restart Windows.