How do I change the default language on my web browser?

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How do I change the default language on my web browser?
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Update Browser Language in Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge


Google Chrome

For Windows and macOS

  1. Open Chrome
    Launch the Google Chrome browser on your computer.

  2. Access Settings
    Click the three vertical dots (menu) in the upper-right corner and select Settings.

  3. Navigate to Languages

    • Scroll down and click Advanced to expand the menu.
    • Under Languages, click Language.
  4. Add a Language

    • Click Add languages.
    • Select your preferred language from the list and click Add.
  5. Set Display Language

    • Next to the added language, click the three vertical dots.
    • Select Display Google Chrome in this language.
  6. Restart Chrome
    Close and reopen Chrome for the changes to take effect.


For Chrome OS

  1. Open Settings
    Click the time in the bottom-right corner of your screen, then select the gear icon.

  2. Navigate to Languages

    • Click Advanced.
    • Go to Languages and input.
  3. Add a Language

    • Under Languages, click Add languages.
    • Select your preferred language and click Add.
  4. Set Display Language

    • Next to the added language, click the three vertical dots.
    • Check Show system text in this language.
  5. Restart Chrome OS
    Click Restart to apply the changes.


Microsoft Edge

For Windows and macOS

  1. Open Edge
    Launch Microsoft Edge on your computer.

  2. Access Settings
    Click the three horizontal dots (menu) in the upper-right corner and select Settings.

  3. Navigate to Languages
    In the left panel, click Languages.

  4. Add a Language

    • Click Add languages.
    • Search for or select your preferred language and click Add.
  5. Set Display Language

    • Next to the added language, click the three horizontal dots.
    • Select Display Microsoft Edge in this language.
  6. Restart Edge
    Close and reopen Edge for the changes to take effect.


Tip: Make sure your operating system language settings match your browser settings for a consistent experience.


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Article ID: 165754
Created
Wed 2/5/25 1:46 PM
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Tue 9/23/25 11:07 AM