Is the language in your Google Chrome browser not set to your preferred language? Whether you are using Chrome on a computer, a mobile device, or a Chromebook, changing the language is easy. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of changing the default language in Google Chrome to help you browse the web more comfortably.
Change the Default Language in Google Chrome Browser
To change the default language in your Google Chrome browser, follow these steps:
- Open Chrome and click the three dots next to the address bar to access the menu.
- Scroll down and select “Settings”.
- Under the settings, go to the “Advanced” section and then to “Languages”.
- Here, you can see a list of languages currently installed on your Chrome browser.
Adding a New Language to Google Chrome
Sometimes, the language you want to use might not be available in the list of languages in Chrome. Here’s how to add a new language:
- In the “Languages” settings, click on “Add languages”.
- You can search for the language you want to add or browse through the list of languages.
- Once you find the language, click “Add”. The new language will be added to your Google Chrome language settings.
Display Google Chrome in This Language
Even after adding a new language, you might notice that your Google Chrome browser still displays in the current language. You need to tell Chrome to display in the new language:
- Find the newly added language in the list in the “Languages” settings.
- Click on the three-dot menu next to the language and select “Display Google Chrome in this language.
- Relaunch Chrome to see the change.
Setting Up Page Translation in Google Chrome
Google Chrome can also automatically translate webpages not in your default language. You can set up page translation as follows:
- In the “Languages” settings, find the language you want Chrome to translate to.
- Click on the three-dot menu next to the language and select “Offer to translate pages in this language”.
How to Change Language in Google Chrome Mobile App?
If you are using Google Chrome on a mobile device like an iPhone or Android, you can still change the language. However, the language settings for the mobile app are usually tied to your device language. Here’s a quick how-to:
- Open the settings of your mobile device.
- Find the language settings and select your preferred language.
- Google Chrome should automatically update to use the selected language.
How to Change Language in Google Chrome on Windows Computers?
For Windows users, Google Chrome uses the default language set in your computer’s system settings. To change the language used in Google Chrome, you will have to change the system’s default language.
Google Chrome Language Settings on macOS and Linux
Just like with Windows, on macOS and Linux, Google Chrome uses the default language set in the system settings. To change this language, go to the language settings of your operating system and select your preferred language.
What If Your Preferred Language Isn’t Listed?
In some cases, Google Chrome may not list the language you want to use. In this case, you can use Google Translate to translate webpages from their original language to your preferred language.
How to Translate Web Pages in Google Chrome
With Google Translate integrated into Google Chrome, you can translate any webpage with just a few clicks:
- Open the webpage you want to translate.
- Right-click anywhere on the page.
- From the drop-down menu, select “Translate to [your default language]”.
By following these steps, you can change the language on Google Chrome to your preferred language, enhancing your web browsing experience.
FAQs
How Can I Change The Language On Google Chrome?
To change the language on Google Chrome, follow these steps:
– Open Chrome on your computer or mobile device.
– Click on the three-dot menu icon at the top right corner of the browser window.
– From the drop-down menu, select “Settings”.
– Scroll down and click on “Advanced” to expand the advanced settings.
– Under the “Languages” section, click on “Language”.
– Click on “Add languages” to add a new language or click on the three-dot menu icon next to the language you want to use and select “Display Google Chrome in this language”.
– Drag the desired language to the top of the list to set it as your default language.
– Click on “Relaunch” when prompted to restart Chrome with the new language settings.
How Do I Change My Default Language In Chrome?
To change your default language in Chrome, follow these steps:
– Open Chrome on your computer or mobile device.
– Click on the three-dot menu icon at the top right corner of the browser window.
– From the drop-down menu, select “Settings”.
– Scroll down and click on “Advanced” to expand the advanced settings.
– Under the “Languages” section, click on “Language”.
– Drag the desired language to the top of the list to set it as your default language.
– Click on “Relaunch” when prompted to restart Chrome with the new default language.
