Windows 10: How I do I change my keyboard language but NOT the Windows language_

Discus and support How I do I change my keyboard language but NOT the Windows language_ in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I am Dutch, I live in Germany. I want my keyboard language set to Dutch, on a US International layout. But I want my Windows language set to English... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by JW K, Jan 30, 2023.

  1. JW K Win User

    How I do I change my keyboard language but NOT the Windows language_


    I am Dutch, I live in Germany. I want my keyboard language set to Dutch, on a US International layout. But I want my Windows language set to English British.Whatever I do and don't do: if I set my keyboard to Dutch then Windows is in some sort of Microsoft Dutch. I DO NOT WANT THAT!Microsoft "Help" pages results in the above, nothing else.Help!

    :)
     
  2. 95Viper Win User

    Windows 8.1 update changed the language, can't change back

    Maybe, these will help... it seems it is a common enough problem.

    Language packs are no longer available after you upgrade to Windows 8.1

    And, sort of the same here --> Add a language or keyboard

    Quote from above MS web page:

    Spoiler Download and install language packs
    You'll need to download the language pack if you want to make a language your Windows display language (that's the language you see most often in Windows and apps).
    • Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings.
      (If you're using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, click Settings, and then click Change PC settings.)
    • Tap or click Time and language, and then tap or click Region and language.
    • Tap or click a language that says Language pack available underneath, and then tap or click Options.
    • Tap or click Download. The download process might take a while, depending on your PC and the size of the language pack.
      If you want to make this your display language, see the next section "Change your Windows display language".
    Change your Windows display language
    To change your Windows display language (that's the language you see most often in Windows and apps), first add a language, download and install the language pack, and then follow these steps.
    • Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings.
      (If you're using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, click Settings, and then click Change PC settings.)
    • Tap or click Time and language, and then tap or click Region and language.
    • Tap or click the language that you want to set as your display language.
    • Tap or click Set as primary to move the language to the top of the list. If the language can become your Windows display language, you'll see Will be display language after next sign-in appear under the language.
    • Sign out and then sign back in to finish.
    And here is some more info --> Add Language Packs to Windows
     
    95Viper, Jan 30, 2023
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  3. nadeaujf Win User
    Windows 10 keyboard language keeps changing

    Great! I found it by searching Input method as you suggested (full path is Settings -> Typing -> Advanced keyboard settings).
    - I've set "Override for default input language" to "French (Canada)" instead of "Use language list".
    - "Let me use a different input method for each app" was already unchecked
    - I've disabled the key sequence to switch between input languages in (Language bar options -> Advanced key settings)

    I hope it did the trick, I'll mark this as solved if the keyboard does not change back by tomorrow.

    Thank you!
     
    nadeaujf, Jan 30, 2023
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  4. How I do I change my keyboard language but NOT the Windows language_

    Keyboard language is being changed on Windows 10

    Hi Richard,



    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.



    I understand your concern that the keyboard language is being changed.



    I suggest you to try the below and check if it helps:

    Step 1: Update the keyboard drivers.

    • Press Windows key + X key when you are at desktop.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Expand Keyboard.
    • Right on the Keyboard driver and click on
      Update driver software


    Also, try to search for the drivers from Manufacturer's website and install them in the compatibility mode.

    You can install Windows 8/8.1 drivers in compatibility mode if there are no Windows 10 compatible drivers.

    Follow the steps to install in Compatibility mode:

    • Download the updated driver from the manufacturer’s website.
    • Right click the driver installation file and select
      Properties then tap or click the Compatibility tab.
    • Place a check in the Run this program in compatibility mode for: box.
    • Tap the drop down box and select a previous operating system, then tap or click
      OK.
    • Try installing the driver and check.

    Step 2: Refer to the below Microsoft article.

    Change your language or keyboard

    (Applies to Windows 10 as well)





    Hope it helps. Try the above troubleshooting steps and update the status of this issue, we will be happy to assist you further.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jan 30, 2023
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