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‎10-31-2026 12:38 PM

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  • I'm trying to change the language on my laptop. And it says that my licensing doesn't allow
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‎11-02-2026 09:59 AM

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Hi @Arpechi,

This happens when the laptop has Windows Home Single Language, which only allows one display language.

  1. Check it in Settings > System > About > Windows specifications > Edition.
  2. You can still add a keyboard layout, and many apps let you choose their own language.
  3. To change the display language, you need to upgrade to Windows Home or Pro (Settings > System > Activation).

Microsoft guide: https://support.microsoft.com/article/eaf060a6-3642-4612-6b75-b34e57a08abf

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‎11-03-2026 10:48 AM

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Hi @Arpechi,

Just checking in: were you able to solve the issue with the steps above? If it worked, please click "Accept as Solution" on the reply that helped so others with the same problem can find it, and the "Yes" button. If not, let me know what you see and I'll gladly keep helping.

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