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The thread discusses how to set 'ENG INTL' (English International) as the default input language on Windows startup. The original poster asks for advice, and ChatGPT provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on adding English (United States) with the United States-International keyboard layout, removing other languages like French, and setting it as the default. Overall, the discussion aims to help users ensure their preferred input method is active by default when Windows starts.
The thread discusses how to set 'ENG INTL' (English International) as the default input language on Windows startup. The original poster asks for advice, and ChatGPT provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on adding English (United States) with the United States-International keyboard layout, removing other languages like French, and setting it as the default. Overall, the discussion aims to help users ensure their preferred input method is active by default when Windows starts.
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To set English (United States) - US Keyboard as the default input method whenever you start Windows, you can follow these steps:
1. Navigate to Language Settings:
- Press
Windows key + Ito open Settings. - Choose "Time & Language."
- Select "Language" from the options on the left sidebar.
2. Add English (United States) as a Language:
- Click on "Add a language" under "Preferred languages."
- Type "English (United States)" in the search box and select it from the list of languages.
- Click "Next."
3. Set English (United States) Keyboard Layout:
- Select "English (United States)" under "Preferred languages" and click "Options."
- Under "Keyboards," click "Add a keyboard" and choose "United States-International."
- Remove any other keyboards/languages if they are not needed.
4. Remove French Keyboard Layout:
- If the French layout is present and causing issues, you can remove it by clicking on "French" under "Preferred languages" and selecting "Remove."
5. Change Default Input Method:
- Once back on the "Language" settings page, click on "English (United States)" and move it to the top of the list to set it as the default language.
6. Change Keyboard Preferences:
- Go to the "Time & Language" settings menu.
- Select "Region" and navigate to "Languages Preferences."
- Adjust "Windows display language" and "Default input method" to English (United States).
7. Restart Your Computer:
- After making these changes, restart your computer to apply the settings. By following these steps, you can ensure that English (United States) with the United States-International keyboard layout is the default input method when you start Windows.