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Windows 11 Remove Keyboard Layout: 3 Quick Ways to do it
Learn how to solve this problem once and for all
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Updated onJanuary 5, 2024
updated onJanuary 5, 2024
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Keyboard layouts are a great way to input multiple languages into the computer without requiring specialized hardware. However, several users have reported that they can’t remove a keyboard layout in Windows 11.
Though this does not pose a significant problem, there is always a chance of mistakenly choosing the wrong keyboard layout.
Also, many users prefer anuncluttered PCwith no unnecessary settings or applications that can hamper progress and, thus, the need to remove additional keyboard layouts.
So, if you have been trying but can’t remove the keyboard layout in Windows 11, here are the most effective solutions to the problem.
How can I remove a keyboard layout in Windows 11?
1. Use the Settings app
Once the computer turns on, the layout will be removed. This method is very effective if you can’t remove the keyboard layout in Windows 11 on Dell, Lenovo, or HP.
The idea is to add the layout that keeps appearing and then manually remove it. Similar issues were encountered in the previous iteration, i.e., Windows 10. In case this method doesn’t work, head to the next one.
2. Use the Windows PowerShell
For those who prefer command-line applications to execute, this method should do the trick if you can’t remove the keyboard layout in Windows 11.
3. Modify the Registry
That’s it! You have now successfully removed the keyboard layout using Registry in Windows 11. The process is pretty simple, but make sure to identify the keyboard layout correctly and do not make any other changes to the Registry except the ones listed here.
How do I change the keyboard layout in Windows 11?
Changing the keyboard layoutis pretty simple in Windows 11 and even the previous iterations of the OS. To change the keyboard layout for the same language, press theCtrl+Shiftand then hit theShiftkey to select another.
If you want to select another language, pressWindows+Space Barand then hitSpace Barto navigate the listed entries and choose one.
That’s all there is to the concept and the most effective solutions if you can’t remove a keyboard layout in Windows 11. Also, these methods would help remove a keyboard layout in Windows 10.
Besides, find out what to do if thekeyboard language changes automatically in Windows 11. The problem is due to a problematic update, conflicting applications, misconfigured settings, or a corrupted Registry.
In case you are still facing issues with keyboard settings, you canreset them to normal; read this guide for detailed steps.
If you have any other queries or know of a method not listed here, drop a comment in the section below.
More about the topics:Keyboard issues,Windows 11
Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
