Ubuntu: Change language

You can also change the language in Ubuntu. In this practical tip, we explain what you have to do for it.

Change language in the settings - how it works in Ubuntu

1. Click the gear icon in the top left corner of the Ubuntu toolbar.
2. Then select the "Languages" entry in the "Personal" area.
3. Under "Language for menus and windows" in the "Language" tab you will see a list of all installed languages.
4. The order is crucial here: Drag the language you want for your Ubuntu to the top.
5. If parts of Ubuntu in this language pack are not translated, the language that is second in the list is automatically used as the source.
6. With "Add / Remove languages" you can also install another language if your desired language is not in the list.
7. Finally click on "Apply system-wide".

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