Windows - Set French Canada fr-CA when English remains

Set Windows to French (Canada) when English remains

Summary

This guide shows how to force Windows to use French (Canada) when some elements still appear in English. It covers installing the language pack, removing English, verifying via PowerShell, and applying the required commands. Expected outcome: interface, formats, and apps in French (Canada).

Step-by-step Instructions

1) Prerequisites

  • Windows account with administrator rights.
  • Internet connection to download the French (Canada) language pack.

2) Steps

  1. Install French (Canada): Open Settings > Time & Language > Language & region. Add French (Canada) and install components (language pack, speech, keyboard).
  2. Remove English: In the same page, remove all English language modules (e.g., English (United States)), then confirm.
  3. Verify with PowerShell: Search Windows PowerShell, right-click > Run as administrator. Run Get-WinUserLanguageList and confirm the active language is fr-CA.
  4. Force settings: In elevated PowerShell, run in order:
    Set-WinUILanguageOverride fr-CA
    Set-Culture fr-CA
  5. Restart: Restart the computer to apply changes.

3) Checks and validation

  • In Settings & Language & region, French (Canada) is the Windows display language.
  • Date, time, and currency formats show French (Canada); main menus no longer show English.

Fixes and FAQs

  • French pack will not install: Check Internet and Windows Update. Restart, then try again.
  • Some UI still in English: Ensure all English modules are removed and rerun the PowerShell commands, then restart.

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