If you want to check volume levels using your device, you can use the built in sound level meter.
Because the microphones on all devices have slightly different sensitivities, it isn't possible to calibrate them to all show the same levels (e.g. dB), however, you can get a feel for the volume levels using the graphical display. You can adjust the range that is detected by adjusting the slider at the bottom.
The app will display a rolling average level alongside the current volume value. You can reset the average, by clicking on the reset button.
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