Change the default language of Firefox for Android

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  • Revision id: 16451
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  • Creator: mluna
  • Comment: first draft of article for changing language on mobile, I have the screenshots, but need to resize and upload them
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Firefox for Mobile detects that language setting on Android and loads using that detected language.

How do I change my language?

  1. To change your language in Firefox for Mobile when you run the application the first time, tap the Change Language button.
    The language selection screen appears.
  2. Tap the radio button for the language you want.
    The Restart confirmation screen appears.
  3. Tap the Restart button to change the language and restart Firefox for Mobile.
    Firefox restarts with the new language.

How do I change my language after using Firefox with the default language?

  1. Swipe left and tap the Gear button.
    The Settings screen appears.
  2. Tap the Auto-detect button in the Language row.
    The language selection screen appears.
  3. Tap the radio button for the language you want.
    The Restart confirmation screen appears.
  4. Tap the Restart button to change the language and restart Firefox for Mobile.
    Firefox restarts with the new language.