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This behavior is likely due to browser autoplay policies. Most modern browsers (like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari) will automatically mute videos that autoplay unless the user has interacted with the site before. This is not something controlled by Laracasts specifically, but rather by your browser's settings.
There isn't a Laracasts setting to always have the sound unmuted. However, you can try the following:
1. **Interact with the page first:** Click anywhere on the page before playing the video. Sometimes, after interaction, the browser will allow sound.
2. **Unmute manually:** When you start a video, click the volume icon to unmute. Your browser may remember this preference for future videos.
3. **Browser settings:** Some browsers allow you to set site-specific autoplay permissions. For example, in Chrome:
- Click the lock icon next to the URL.
- Go to "Site settings."
- Look for "Sound" and set it to "Allow."
If you are building your own video player and want it to start unmuted, you'll need to ensure the user interacts with the page before attempting to play with sound, due to browser restrictions.
Let me know if you need help with any code related to video playback!