Win 11 laptop won't detect headphones unless I restart

1. Check the hardware
Test the headset to see if it works properly on other devices.
Check the headphone jack for dust or debris, clean it and plug it back in.
Try using another pair of headphones to confirm if the problem persists.
2. Update Audio Driver
Press Win + X, select “Device Manager” and expand “Sound, Video and Game Controllers”.
Right-click on the audio device and select “Update Driver” or download the latest driver from the manufacturer's official website.
3. Run the audio troubleshooting tool
Open Settings > System > Sound and click “Troubleshooting” under “Output”.
4. Disable Audio Enhancement
Open Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound, select the playback device and click “Properties”.
In the “Enhancements” tab, check “Disable all enhancements”.
5. Adjust Power Management Settings
In Device Manager, right-click the audio device and select “Properties”.
In the “Power Management” tab, uncheck “Allow computer to turn off this device to save power”.
6. Restart Audio Services
Press Win + R, type services.msc, locate the “Windows Audio” service, right-click and select “Restart”.