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How to Change the Default Languages in IE11

Display web pages in the language of your choice

By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 5, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Browsers Microsoft Chrome Safari Firefox

What to Know

Press Win+I to launch Windows Settings, then select Time & Language > Language > Add a preferred language.The new language appears under Preferred Languages. Drag each language you install into a rank order.Windows (not IE) controls the language. Selections you make in Language settings govern all other browsers. This article explains how to change the language in Internet Explorer in Windows 10. Internet Explorer 11 supports dozens of global dialects, so it's straightforward to set a default language to match your preference through settings changes within Windows. Microsoft no longer supports Internet Explorer and recommends that you update to the newer Edge browser. Head to their site to download the newest version.

How to Specify a Preferred Language for Browsing

Before a web page is rendered, IE11 checks to see if it supports your preferred language. If it doesn't and you have additional preferred languages chosen, it checks them in the order in which you list them. If it turns out that the page is available in one of these languages, IE11 displays the page in that language. To modify your preferred language: Press Win + I to launch Windows Settings then select Time & Language. Select the Language group from the left side of the window. Under Preferred Languages, select Add a preferred language. Select a language followed by Next. Each language offers slightly different customization features. Select the components you need then select Install. The new language appears under Preferred Languages. Drag each language you install into a rank-order. Websites will default to the highest-ranked language on your list.

Browser Language Defaults

Internet Explorer does not independently control its language selections. Although you can launch the Language settings app through IE 11's menus, the operating system itself controls the language, and the selections you make in the Language settings app govern all other browsers, too. The process for changing the display language for Windows 7 is similar, but the steps are a bit different. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Change Your Facebook Language Settings How to Clear the Cache in IE11 How to Change Language in Microsoft Word and Office How to Change the Google Maps Navigation Voice The 6 Best Free Language Learning Apps of 2022 How to Change Language on Apple TV The Easiest Way to Change Chrome's Default Languages How to Change Language on Amazon Prime Video Changing the Default Language on Outlook.com How to Change the Internet Explorer Home Page How to Make IE11 the Default Browser in Windows How to Change the Display Language in Windows 7 How to Change the System Language on Windows 10 How to Open Internet Explorer 11 in Windows 10 How to Change Gmail's Language Default How to Use the Pop-Up Blocker in Internet Explorer 11 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies