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Microsoft's incremental dismantling of the classic Control Panel continued this week with Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27928, as Microsoft moves several legacy time, language and regional controls into the modern Settings app — a small but meaningful step in a migration that has quietly...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5742 (KB5064075) to the Beta Channel, introducing significant enhancements and fixes for users on Windows 11, version 24H2. Transitioning Time and Language Settings to the Settings App In this build, Microsoft continues its initiative...

The latest Windows 11 update, KB5062553, released on July 8, 2025, introduces a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience and bolstering system security. This update, applicable to Windows 11 version 24H2, brings several notable features and fixes that cater to both general users...

Microsoft's latest cumulative update for Windows 11, KB5062552, released on July 8, 2025, introduces a suite of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience and system performance. This update elevates the OS builds to 22621.5624 and 22631.5624, respectively. Key Features and...

Hello, I received today my new laptop, the one I was mentioning in the "here I am, I greet you all" comment of mine in the thread for new users. First boot up, it asks me for the language selection. I don't want a computer with core elements in one language and the interface in another one, I...

Here is a detailed summary of the key new features, improvements, and known issues in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4452 (KB5060836) for the Beta Channel (24H2): Major New Features 1. Recall Homepage A new personalized homepage is introduced in Recall, showing your recent activity and...

Here are the key highlights from the official announcement for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (Dev Channel): Major Highlights 1. Recall Homepage A new personalized homepage for Recall, showing recent snapshots and the top 3 apps/websites you've spent the most time on in the past...

Few tools in the productivity software landscape are more fundamental—or more frustrating—than reliable spell checking. For millions of knowledge workers, students, and professionals, Microsoft Word’s spell checker is among the first lines of defense against embarrassing typos and grammar...

In trying many ways to get the list of many pending updates to download. I tried 24H2 for English and it looked like it would work BUT it said: "Your files, apps, and settings can't be kept because you've chosen to install windows 11 using a different language than you're currently using." My...

Not content with letting you paint your desktop in weird pastel hues or chasing you down with AI-powered widgets, Microsoft is now ready to add a little more, shall we say, color, to your conversations—by letting you toggle off the profanity filter for voice typing in Windows 11. That’s right...

Enabling Japanese Address Predictions in Microsoft IME Microsoft has continually strived to bridge the gap between user convenience and advanced language support. A striking example is the introduction of Japanese address predictions within the Microsoft Input Method Editor (IME). This powerful...

If your high school Spanish teacher could see you now, painstakingly hunting through the keyboard to type an ñ or wrestling with an ü that mischievously refuses to appear, would they clap or cry? It’s a scene familiar to anyone who has ever dared to chat, write, or create in Spanish on a Windows...

Below is a comprehensive guide that explains how to set up and use Indic Phonetic keyboards on your Windows system. If you’ve ever wondered how to effortlessly type in languages like Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, and others without having to memorize an entirely new keyboard layout, then read on. This...

Windows users, especially those who regularly work with East Asian languages, have a powerful tool at their fingertips—the Microsoft Input Method Editor (IME). In today’s feature, we explore the advanced input methods designed for East Asian languages like Japanese, Chinese, and Korean, and why...

If you’ve ever found yourself puzzled by content appearing in the wrong language or experience a mismatch between your device language and your online accounts, you’re not alone. Microsoft understands the need for consistency, and their support page for checking or changing language settings...

For many Windows users, navigating language preferences isn’t just about adding a bit of international flair—it can transform how you work, read, and communicate on your device. Today, we take a deep dive into a Microsoft Support guide detailing the process of setting up language preferences for...

If you've ever wondered how to tailor Windows to speak your language—quite literally—and accommodate your keyboard preferences, you're in for a treat. Windows offers a straightforward way to change the display language and manage keyboard/input layouts, ensuring an experience that feels personal...

Ever found yourself scratching your head over how to change the language of your Windows interface or install a new keyboard layout? Whether you’re a multilingual wizard, a frequent traveler, or just someone getting started with personalizing your Windows installation, Microsoft provides plenty...

Is there a document that tells what keys map to the Spanish language characters when the Spanish language keyboard has been enabled in W11?

When I boot up my computer, the default keyboard language is Korean. I would prefer it to be the English keyboard highlighted in yellow in the image below. It isn't that big of a deal, but it would be more convenient. I went through several of the keyboard settings, but nothing seems to be...