How to Change the Display Language on Windows 10/11: A Step-by-Step Guide

Changing the display language on your Windows 10 or 11 computer can personalize your user experience and make the operating system easier to use if you're more comfortable with a different language. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to change the display language on both Windows 10 and 11.

Step-by-Step Guide for Windows 10

Step 1: Open Settings

1. Click on the Start button in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
2. Select the Settings gear icon from the Start menu.

Step 2: Access Language Settings

1. In the Settings window, click on Time & Language.
2. Select Language from the left-hand menu.

Step 3: Add a Preferred Language

1. Under the Preferred languages section, click on the Add a language button.
2. Browse the list or use the search bar to find the language you want to add.
3. Click on the desired language and then click Next.

Step 4: Install Language Features

1. Ensure the Install language pack option is selected.
2. Optionally, select other features like Set as my Windows display language if you want to change the display language immediately.
3. Click Install.

Step 5: Set as Display Language

1. If you didn't set the language as your display language during installation, select the newly added language under the Preferred languages section.
2. Click on Set as default.
3. Sign out of your account and sign back in for the changes to take effect.

Step-by-Step Guide for Windows 11

Step 1: Open Settings

1. Click on the Start button in the center or left of your taskbar.
2. Select the Settings gear icon from the Start menu.

Step 2: Access Language Settings

1. In the Settings window, click on Time & Language.
2. Select Language & region from the left-hand menu.

Step 3: Add a Preferred Language

1. Under the Language section, click on the Add a language button.
2. Browse the list or use the search bar to find the language you want to add.
3. Click on the language and then click Next.

Step 4: Install Language Features

1. Ensure the Install language pack option is selected.
2. Optionally, select other features like Set as my Windows display language if you want to change the display language immediately.
3. Click Install.

Step 5: Set as Display Language

1. If you didn’t set the language as your display language during installation, select the newly added language under the Language section.
2. Click on the ... (three dots) next to the language and select Set as default.
3. Sign out of your account and sign back in for the changes to take effect.

Additional Tips

• Language Packs: Ensure you have an internet connection to download the language packs and features.
• Keyboard Layouts: Adding a new language may include its keyboard layout. You can switch between keyboard layouts using the language icon on the taskbar.
• Speech Recognition: If you need speech recognition for the new language, ensure to install this feature during the language setup.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Language Not Displaying: If the new language doesn’t appear as an option for the display language, make sure it’s fully downloaded and installed.
• Incomplete Installation: If the installation process is interrupted, you might need to restart your device and try again.
• Switching Languages: If switching between languages doesn’t work smoothly, go to Settings > Time & Language > Language and ensure your desired language is set as default.

Changing the display language on Windows 10 and 11 is a straightforward process that can significantly enhance your user experience. By following these steps, you can easily customize your device to use the language that best meets your needs. For more detailed tutorials and tips on optimizing your Windows settings, visit Tune Windows.