Cannot Remove A Language From Windows 10 Fix

The most common cause is a bug from an April update that blocks removal of the original install language. Other causes include OEM default languages and wrong registry settings.

1. Edit the Language Settings

If your language settings aren’t configured correctly, you may not be able to remove a language. In this case, adjusting those settings should help. Before you proceed, make sure the language you want to remove (and its keyboard layout) isn’t selected in the Language bar.

1.1. Change the Display Language

If the issue persists, check if removing the problematic language through an Office application (e.g., Word) works.

1.2. Re-arrange the Languages

1.3. Install the Language Pack of the Problematic Language

2. Change Regional Settings of Your System

Your regional settings might be blocking the removal or causing the language to reappear. Adjusting these settings can help. Before you proceed, make sure your region matches your actual location (for example, if you’re in Canada, set the region to Canada).

2.1. Change System Locale

2.2. Copy Settings to Welcome Screen

3. Use PowerShell Commands

If none of the solutions above worked, try the commands below to remove the problematic language. Right-click the Windows button & choose Windows PowerShell (Admin). If prompted by UAC, click Yes. Then run the commands below.

3.1. Remove the Problematic Language

3.2. Set the Desired Language as the Default

3.3. Use the lpksetup Command

3.4. Remove LanguageExperiencePack

4. Edit the System’s Registry

If the problem continues, the registry may be misconfigured. Editing a few keys can help. Warning: Proceed with extreme caution & at your own risk. Editing the registry incorrectly can create serious issues. Make sure to back up your system’s registry first. Press the Windows key & type Registry Editor. In the results, right-click Registry Editor & choose Run as administrator. Then try the edits below.