How can we allow the “program files” folder to be translated into our language?

Introduction

Windows operating systems come with different languages packs to allow users to customize their experience according to their preferred language. However, some users may experience issues where certain folders or features remain in the default language, even after changing the display language. One such issue is the “Program Files” folder not being properly translated into the selected language. In this blog post, we will discuss the possible causes of this issue and how to resolve it.

Possible Causes of the Issue

The “Program Files” folder not being properly translated into the selected language can be caused by several reasons. One of the most common causes is the missing or corrupted desktop.ini file. The desktop.ini file is a hidden system file that contains information about the folder’s display settings, such as the folder icon and localized folder name. If this file is missing or corrupted, Windows may not be able to display the correct folder name in the selected language.

Another possible cause is that the language pack installation did not complete successfully. If the language pack installation was interrupted or did not complete correctly, some system files may not have been updated with the new language settings. This can result in certain folders or features remaining in the default language.

Resolving the Issue

To resolve the issue of the “Program Files” folder not being properly translated into the selected language, you can try the following solutions:

1. Check the desktop.ini file

The first step is to check the desktop.ini file inside the “Program Files” folder. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open File Explorer and navigate to the “Program Files” folder.
2. Right-click on the folder and select “Properties”.
3. Click on the “Customize” tab.
4. Click on the “Change Icon” button.
5. Click on the “Find Now” button.
6. Look for the desktop.ini file and select it.
7. Click on “OK” to close all windows.

If the desktop.ini file is missing or corrupted, you can create a new one with the correct settings. Open Notepad and paste the following code:

[.ShellClassInfo] 
LocalizedResourceName=@%SystemRoot%system32shell32.dll,-21781

Save the file as “desktop.ini” and copy it to the “Program Files” folder. This should resolve the issue and display the correct folder name in the selected language.

2. Reinstall the language pack

If the desktop.ini file is not the issue, you can try reinstalling the language pack. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the Settings app and go to “Time & Language”.
2. Select “Language” from the left menu.
3. Click on “Add a language” and select the desired language.
4. Click on “Set as default” to make it the default language.
5. Restart your computer to apply the changes.

If the issue persists, you can try resetting the language pack by removing it and reinstalling it again.

3. Use a third-party language pack

If none of the above solutions work, you can try using a third-party language pack. There are several third-party language packs available online that can help you customize the display language according to your preferences. However, be cautious when downloading and installing third-party software, as it may contain malware or other security risks.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the “Program Files” folder not being properly translated into the selected language can be caused by several reasons, such as a missing or corrupted desktop.ini file or incomplete language pack installation. By following the solutions mentioned above, you should be able to resolve this issue and customize your Windows experience according to your preferred language.

It looks like the issue is related to the desktop.ini file in the “Program Files” folder. The LocalizedResourceName entry in this file specifies the name that is displayed for the folder in Windows Explorer. It appears that this entry is pointing to the wrong resource, as it is causing the folder to be displayed in English instead of Brazilian Portuguese.

To fix this issue, you can try the following steps:

1. Close all open windows and programs.

2. Open the “Program Files” folder and click on the “View” tab in the top menu.

3. Enable the “Hidden items” option in the “Show/hide” group. This will allow you to see hidden files and folders in the “Program Files” folder.

4. Right-click on the desktop.ini file and select “Edit” to open it in Notepad.

5. Find the LocalizedResourceName entry and change it to the correct value for Brazilian Portuguese. The correct value should be:

LocalizedResourceName=@%SystemRoot%\system32\shell32.dll,-21780

1. Save the changes to the desktop.ini file and close Notepad.

2. Go back to the “Program Files” folder and click on the “Organize” button in the top menu. Select “Folder and search options” from the drop-down menu.

3. In the “Folder Options” window, go to the “View” tab and click on the “Apply to Folders” button.

4. Click on the “Yes” button to confirm the changes and close the “Folder Options” window.

These steps should fix the issue and allow the “Program Files” folder to be displayed in Brazilian Portuguese. If you continue to have problems, you may need to perform a repair install of Windows to reset the default language settings.

Based on the contents of your desktop.ini file, it appears to be correct. The parameter -21781 simply indicates that this is the “Program Files” folder. It seems that this may be a glitch resulting from changes to the language pack.

I don’t have a specific solution for this issue, but you could try the following steps:

1. Make sure you are running the latest version of Windows 10, version 1903.
2. Change the display language to English.
3. Reboot your computer a few times.
4. Change the display language back to your preferred language, and delete the English language pack if possible.
5. Reboot your computer a few times again.

It might be a good idea to create a System Restore point before attempting these steps, so that you can return to your current state if necessary.