How to Remove a Keyboard Layout in Windows 10 and Windows 11

In Windows 10 and Windows 11, users can add multiple keyboard layouts to make it easier to work in different languages. However, sometimes it’s necessary to remove unnecessary or unused layouts to free up space on the taskbar and simplify the process of switching between languages. This guide explains how to properly remove a keyboard layout in both Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Removing a Keyboard Layout in Windows 10

To remove a keyboard layout in Windows 10, follow these steps:

  1. Open Settings by pressing Win + I or selecting Settings from the Start menu.
  2. Go to Time & Language and then select Language from the left menu.
  3. In the list of installed languages, choose the language whose keyboard layout you wish to remove, then click Options.
  4. In the Keyboards section, find the unwanted layout and click on it to see the Remove button. Click this button to remove the layout.

Once you complete these steps, the keyboard layout will be removed and will no longer appear when switching languages.

Removing a Keyboard Layout in Windows 11

In Windows 11, the process of removing a layout has been slightly modified but is still straightforward:

  1. Open Settings using the Win + I keyboard shortcut or through the Start menu.
  2. Go to Time & Language and then select Language & Region.
  3. Find the language for which you want to remove a keyboard layout and click the arrow on the right to expand the settings.
  4. In the Keyboards section, select the unwanted layout and click Remove.

Now, the unwanted layout is removed, making switching between languages quicker and easier.

Tips for Managing Keyboard Layouts

To avoid having unnecessary layouts in the future, consider the following:

  • Only add essential languages and keyboard layouts when setting up your system.
  • Change the hotkeys for switching between languages to avoid accidental toggling. You can do this in the Advanced Keyboard Settings section within Settings.

Removing unused layouts can help make your experience more streamlined and productive. Use this simple guide to free up space and remove unnecessary keyboard layouts from your Windows 10 or Windows 11 system.