How to Enable the Language Bar in Windows 11

The language bar in Windows 11 allows users to quickly switch between input languages and keyboard layouts. While it is useful for multilingual users, others may prefer to hide it to reduce taskbar clutter. This WiseCleaner guide shows you how to enable or disable the language bar on Taskbar according to your needs in just a few steps.

Steps to show the language bar on Taskbar

The feature to enable the language bar hides deeply in the Windows Settings app.

Step 2. Select Accessibility

Click on the Accessibility tab in the left sidebar.

Step 3. Open Keyboard settings

In the right sidebar, scroll down to the Interaction section, and click on Keyboard under it.

Step 4. Click on Typing

Click on Typing under the Related settings section.

Step 5. Open Advanced keyboard settings

Here you will see Advanced keyboard settings option, click on it.

Step 6. Enable the language bar

There is a checkbox for Use the desktop language bar when it’s available. Check it to enable the language bar on your taskbar.

How to hide the language bar on Taskbar

If you want to hide the the language bar on your taskbar, ensure to uncheck the checkbox for Use the desktop language bar when it’s available to disable it.

Additional Tips

• If you only have one language installed, the language bar won't show.

• You can add or remove languages via Settings > Time & Language > Language & Region.

• You may also click on Language bar options within Advanced keyboard settings to adjust its behavior (floating or docked on the taskbar).

Bottom line

Whether you are a power user switching between input methods or someone who prefers a cleaner taskbar, managing the language bar in Windows 11 isn’t a hard nut to crack.