How to change system language on Windows 10

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Published on May 08, 2024 This response is partially generated with the help of AI. It may contain inaccuracies.

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How to Change System Language on Windows 10

1. Access Language Settings:

  • Click on the Windows icon/start button located at the bottom left corner of your screen.
  • Select "Settings" from the menu that appears.
  • In the Settings window, click on "Time & Language".

2. Navigate to Language Settings:

  • Within the Time & Language settings, select "Language" from the options on the left sidebar.

3. Add a Preferred Language:

  • By default, the Windows display language is set to English. To change it to another language such as French or Chinese, click on "Add a preferred language".
  • Search for and select the desired language, for example, Chinese.

4. Set the New Language as Display Language:

  • Once you have added the preferred language, click on it and then click on "Options".
  • Ensure that the "Set as my display language" toggle is switched on. If it's already the display language, you can skip this step.
  • Move the newly added language to the top of the list to prioritize it.

5. Sign Out and Sign In:

  • Windows will prompt you to sign out to apply the language changes. Click on "Sign out now".
  • After signing out and signing back in, you will notice that the system language has been changed to your preferred language.

6. Verify Language Change:

  • Once you sign back in, click on the Windows icon/start button.
  • The interface and text should now be displayed in the newly selected language, such as Chinese.

By following these steps, you can easily change the system language on your Windows 10 operating system to your preferred language, whether it's French, Chinese, or any other supported language.