How to Install Display Languages in Ubuntu Linux

Ubuntu display languages let you change the text on menus, buttons, and apps into over 100 different languages. Language packs download automatically from the internet once you pick your preferred choice in the settings ⚙️ menu.

You can add missing regional packs at any time if your desktop needs a different language.

How to add display language in Ubuntu Linux

Adding a new display language in Ubuntu Linux changes how menus, messages, and apps appear on screen. The main System Settings panel houses most configuration options for the desktop environment.

Here’s how to add more display languages in Ubuntu Linux:

The System Settings panel acts as the central hub for managing system configurations, user accounts, and software updates.

Open the Activities overview and type ‘Settings’ into the search 🔍 bar to locate the application.

Alternatively, click the System menu in the top-right corner of the desktop's top bar.

Select Settings from the menu, as highlighted below.

Click the Region & Language tile inside the Settings app.

Select the Manage Installed Languages button to launch Language Support within the System Settings -> Region & Language settings pane.

Click Install when a prompt appears for missing language support components.

Click Install / Remove Languages... after the base support finishes downloading.

The Installed Languages window displays all available options alongside checkmarks for currently active packs.

Check the boxes next to the desired languages, and uncheck any unwanted items.

Click Apply to Changes to confirm the selections.

Log out or restart the computer for the system to process the new language files.

Active display options update immediately upon logging back into the desktop.

Switching display languages requires pre-installed language packs. The system settings panel handles both the installation and activation steps.

How to change display language in Ubuntu Linux

Close the settings app to finish the configuration.

Conclusion:

• Adding a display language in Ubuntu Linux is a straightforward process, allowing you to easily switch between multiple languages.
• The System Settings panel provides a centralized location for managing installed languages, making it convenient for users to customize their language preferences.
• It's important to note that although Ubuntu Linux supports various display languages, some translations may be incomplete and certain applications may not fully support non-English languages.
• Following the outlined steps, users can seamlessly install additional display languages, providing a more tailored and user-friendly experience within Ubuntu Linux.