How to Change Display Language in Microsoft Edge

This guide explains how to change the display language for the Microsoft Edge browser in 2026.

The Microsoft Edge browser is the default browser for Windows 11 and 12. You can  switch to their preferred or favorite browser your settings at any time. It is important to know the difference between your browser interface and web content. Changing the display language only changes the buttons and menus in the browser itself. The “Offer to translate pages” setting is a separate feature that changes the text on the websites you visit.

Why change your language? You might prefer your browser menus in your native tongue. It makes navigation easier for non-native speakers.

What happens when done? Your browser menus, settings, and buttons will appear in your chosen language after a quick restart.

Microsoft Edge uses your device’s display language by default. You can add more languages to help the browser understand your needs. When you add a new display language to Microsoft Edge, you can pick a specific language for your menus. Enabling Adding a new display language to Microsoft Edge helps the browser read web pages in that language automatically.

Change the language Edge is displayed in

You can add several languages to Microsoft Edge. Once added, you can switch your browser to use any of them.

Follow these steps:

1. Open the Microsoft Edge browser.
2. Click the Settings and more (three dots) menu in the top right corner.
3. Select Settings.
4. On the left sidebar, click Languages.

1. On the right, find the Preferred languages section.
2. Click the three dots next to the language you want to use.
3. Select Display Microsoft Edge in this language.

Edge will ask you to restart. Click the Restart button to save your changes.

Using Edge’s Built-in Translation and AI Features

Edge is great for non-native speakers. If you visit a page in a foreign language, look for the translation icon in the address bar. This will translate the entire page for you instantly.

You can also use the integrated AI features. Highlight any text on a website, and the AI sidebar can summarize, rewrite, or explain the content in your preferred language. This makes browsing the global web much faster and easier.

Conclusion

Customizing your language settings makes browsing more comfortable. By adding languages, you can switch your interface and use AI tools to bridge the gap between different languages. These steps ensure your browser works exactly how you need it to.