How To Fix Windows Installation Language Issues

Here are some steps to fix common issues with Windows installation language:

General Steps

• Restart your computer: Sometimes, a simple reboot can resolve installation language-related issues.

• Check the CD/DVD/USB drive: Ensure that you inserted the correct disc or USB drive containing the Windows installation files.

• Update the system: Make sure your Windows is up-to-date by going to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.

Troubleshooting Steps

• Run the System File Checker (SFC): Open Command Prompt as an administrator, type sfc /scannow and press Enter.

• Run DISM: Open Command Prompt as an administrator, type dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth and press Enter.

• Check for language files: Go to Control Panel > System and Security > System > Language and Region > Language settings.

• Update the Windows Update Catalog: Download and install the Windows Update Catalog update if it’s outdated.

Specific Issues and Solutions

• Language not recognized after installation:

+ Check the Event Log for error messages related to language installations (Event ID: 8007012, Event ID: 1053).

+ Try updating your language settings or reinstalling Windows.

• Language not showing in Language settings: Ensure that you selected the correct language during installation.

• Language is displayed with accents or non-English characters:

+ Download and install a language pack (e.g., French, Spanish) if necessary.

+ Check if you have the correct keyboard layout installed.

• Language is not set correctly:

+ Go to Control Panel > System and Security > Language and Region > Language settings.

+ Make sure “Region” is selected as the primary region.

Advanced Steps

• Disable and re-enable Windows Installation Language: Open Command Prompt as an administrator, type wmienum /value win32_language and press Enter to list language settings.

• Check for corrupt system files: Run sfc /scannow or dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth.

• Disable and re-enable Windows installation Language: Go to Control Panel > System and Security > System > Language and Region > Language settings, then disable “Language” and select an alternative language.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may need to reinstall your operating system or seek further assistance from Microsoft support.