Change keyboard language/region

This guide will explain how to adjust your keyboard language and region in Ubuntu.

Step 1: Install another Language

Open the GNOME Launcher and click on Settings.

From here, navigate to Settings > Language and Region.

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Step 2: Manage Languages

To install the required language click on 'Manage Installed Languages'

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Step 3: Install alternative Language

To install an alternative language, select 'Install/Remove Languages...'

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Select the required language. This will then download the language package, once done click Close.

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Step 4: Select and Apply

Go back to the Language and Region window. Click on 'Language'.
Select the required language and click Done.

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Follow the same process for 'Formats' and 'Input Sources'

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Note: You will need to 'reboot' for the language changes to take effect.

Feb 25, 2026

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