The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus are two of Samsung’s flagship smartphones that allow you to easily change the system language. Being able to switch languages can be useful if you are bilingual, learning a new language, bought the phone in a different region, or accidentally changed the language.
Fortunately, changing the system language on the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus only takes a few steps. Here is a step-by-step guide:
Table of Contents
Prerequisites
- A Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8 Plus
- The latest software update installed
Steps to Change System Language
Access Language Settings
- Open Settings on your home screen or app drawer
- Scroll down and tap on General Management
- Tap on Language and Input
Change System Language
- Tap on Language
- Tap Add Language to view available languages
- Select your desired language from the list
- For some languages like Spanish and French, also choose the region/dialect
- Tap Set as Default to change system language
Here are more details on each step:
1. Open Settings
Tap on the Settings icon on your home screen or app drawer. This looks like a gear icon.
2. Scroll Down and Tap General Management
In Settings, scroll down the list and tap on General Management. This option has three horizontal lines next to it.
3. Tap Language and Input
Under General Management, tap on Language and Input. This option has a globe icon next to it.
4. Tap Language
On the Language and Input screen, tap on Language at the very top.
5. Tap Add Language
You will now see the current system language set on your device. To add a new language, tap on Add Language.
6. Select Desired Language
A list of suggested languages will appear. Scroll down and select the language you want to add.
7. Choose Region/Dialect (if applicable)
For some languages like Spanish and French, you will get a further prompt to choose the region or dialect variation. Choose your preferred region.
8. Tap Set as Default
Finally, tap the Set as Default button to change the system language. If you don’t want to change the default language yet, tap Keep Current.
Additional Tips
- To switch back and forth between languages easily, add multiple languages in Settings and change the order by dragging the desired language to the top of the list.
- To delete a language, go back to Language Settings, tap Remove, and select the language to delete.
- Changing system language also changes the language for some apps, keyboard layout, date/time formats etc.
- If your language does not appear in the list, tap More Options > All Languages to view the full list.
And that’s it! With just a few taps, you can easily change the default system language on your Samsung Galaxy S8/S8 Plus to your preferred language.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my phone stuck in a foreign language?
If your phone is stuck in a foreign language, it likely means the previous owner changed the system language before selling it. Not to worry – just follow the steps above to add your language and change the default language.
Can I have multiple languages on my S8/S8 Plus?
Yes, the Galaxy S8/S8 Plus supports adding multiple languages at the same time. You can have as many languages installed as you want. The language placed on top of the list in Settings will be used as the default system language.
Will changing system language also change app language?
In most cases, changing the system language will automatically change the display language for all apps. However, some apps use their own translation systems, so you may need to change languages inside the app as well.
What happens if my language is not listed in language options?
If your language does not appear in the list during initial setup or in Language Settings, tap More Options > All Languages to view the full list of over 100 supported languages. If your language is still not there, you can provide feedback to Samsung to request support.
Can I use two languages at once on my S8/S8 Plus?
Yes, the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus allow you to seamlessly use two or more languages at the same time. Just add the additional languages in Settings. You can then easily switch between languages by changing the top language in the list.
So in summary, changing the system language on your Samsung Galaxy S8/S8 Plus is very simple and only takes a few taps once you know where the language options are located. With support for over 100 global languages and multiple languages at once, it provides great flexibility for all users.
