Windows 7 Lauguage Bar Disappeared

[ACE]

Has anyone experienced any problems with the Language bar in Windows 7RC. When I first installed it I was able to install a Japanese keyboard and the Japanese language pack. I could switch languages and keyboards with no problem at all. Now I seam to have lost that ability. I can still swap the display language from Japanese to English but the Language bar no longer appears on the toolbar. I've tried different things such as a system restore and playing around with the language and toolbar settings but nothing has worked. If anyone has had a similar problem or has any suggestions it would be great to hear from you. I like all the new features of windows 7 but in the end of the day the most important thing for me is to be able to swap languages.

Cheers

OS Name Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate
Version 6.1.7100 Build 7100
Other OS Description Vista SP1
OS Manufacturer Microsoft Corporation
System Name A-PC
System Manufacturer Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd.
System Model X38-DQ6
System Type x64-based PC
Processor Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q9450 @ 2.66GHz, 2667 Mhz, 4 Core(s), 4 Logical Processor(s)
BIOS Version/Date Award Software International, Inc. F9I, 4/24/2009
SMBIOS Version 2.4
Windows Directory C:\Windows
System Directory C:\Windows\system32
Boot Device \Device\HarddiskVolume3
Locale United States
Hardware Abstraction Layer Version = "6.1.7100.0"
User Name A-PC\A
Time Zone Pacific Daylight Time
Installed Physical Memory (RAM) 4.00 GB
Total Physical Memory 4.00 GB
Available Physical Memory 2.11 GB
Total Virtual Memory 8.00 GB
Available Virtual Memory 5.43 GB
Page File Space 4.00 GB
Page File C:\pagefile.sys

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are facing issues with the Language bar in Windows 7RC after initially being able to switch languages and keyboards successfully. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the problem with the Language bar:

Steps to Troubleshoot the Language Bar Issue in Windows 7:​

1. Ensure Language Bar is Enabled:
   • Right-click on the taskbar and go to 'Toolbars.'
   • Check if 'Language bar' is enabled. If not, enable it.
   []Language Bar Settings:
   • Go to 'Control Panel' > 'Region and Language.'
   • In the 'Keyboards and Languages' tab, click on 'Change keyboards.'
   • In the 'Language Bar' tab, ensure that 'Floating on Desktop' or 'Docked in the taskbar' is selected.
   []Restart Text Services:
   • Open 'Services' by typing 'services.msc' in the Start menu.
   • Restart the 'Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service' and 'Tablet PC Input Service.'
   []Check Language Settings:
   • Go to 'Control Panel' > 'Region and Language.'
   • Verify that the Japanese keyboard and language pack are still installed.
   []Registry Check (Advanced Users):
   • Be cautious when editing the registry.
   • Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\CTF\LangBar.
   • Check the values for 'ShowStatus,' 'SystemActive,' and 'Enable.'
   []User Account Control (UAC):
   • Disable UAC temporarily to check if it might be causing the issue.
   []Keyboard Shortcuts:
   • Use keyboard shortcuts to switch languages: Left Alt + Shift or Windows Key + Space.
2. Create a New User Profile:
   • Sometimes, creating a new user profile can resolve issues with language settings.

     Additional Information:​

     • Operating System: Windows 7 Ultimate
     • Build: 7100
     • System Manufacturer: Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd.
     • Model: X38-DQ6
     • Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q9450 @ 2.66GHz
     Try these steps and see if they help in restoring the Language bar functionality in Windows 7RC. If the issue persists, further troubleshooting or system updates may be required. Let me know if you need assistance with any specific step or if you have any other questions!