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Windows 11 Display Language Not Changing: 3 Quick Fixes
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Updated onFebruary 6, 2024
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Perhaps you have the computer you bought, but now upgrading to a new operating system changes your default system language, and you want toremove the unwanted display language in Windows 11.
Whatever your reasons, changing the Windows 11 display language should be easy. However, when you upgrade to the OS, you can encounter an issue where it is not correctly set.
You might see the language change, but it still displays what you originally had on your system even after a reboot.
How do I change the display language in Windows 11?
For related ways to tweak your system, check out our post onhow to change display language in Windows 10.
Why can’t I change my Windows display language?
The inability to change your display language can be a frustrating experience since you need to understand what you are doing on your device. If you can’t maneuver, you can be stuck for a while.
It might seem like a small issue at first glance, but it’s pretty important if you want to use your computer in multiple languages.
Some of the reasons you may be unable to change the display language are:
If theAlt + Shift is not working to change the language, the highlighted guide will offer the right solutions.
What can I do if I can’t change the display language?
1. Install the language pack
2. Adjust the region settings
3. Disable sync for language settings
How do I add a display language in Windows 11?
How do I add the language bar to my taskbar in Windows 11?
Having the language bar floating on your taskbar is the most efficient way of switching between languages while you’re working on your computer. Once you add it, you’ll be able to change your keyboard layout with a single click instead of navigating through the Control Panel.
To add it to the taskbar, follow the steps below:
How do I change the Welcome screen language in Windows 11?
To change your Welcome screen language, follow the steps below:
What can I do if my Windows license supports only one display language?
If your edition of Windows is not licensed to support multiple display languages but you have already added another during installation, you can still keep using that new language pack.
This will give you enough time while evaluating whether you want to purchase a product key that will enable all of its features going forward.
Alternatively, you can refer to our guide onhow to fix the language not supported errorto easily bypass this issue and prevent it from appearing again.
Once you are ready and have selected your preferred system language, you can proceed touninstall and install language packsfor a fresh start and avoid errors.
If you experience difficulties and yourlanguage pack does not work, we have an excellent guide to help you solve the problem.
Additionally, your system language is not the only setting you can tweak to select your preferred choice. You can also change your keyboard language.
Although you may rarely need to change your display language, knowing how to do so will be useful when you travel to a new region and desperately need to use your PC. And if theWindows lock screen languageis different, you could re-enable Windows Spotlight and solve the issue in no time.
That’s it for this article, and we hope you can change your system language successfully.
Remember that language packs take up a lot of drive space, so you might want to exercise some limitations in installing multiple languages you don’t need.
If you have further comments, suggestions, or queries on this subject, share them in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
