Before we jump into the solutions, let's first understand why the Language Bar might have disappeared. There are a few reasons why this could happen:

  • The Language Bar might have been accidentally turned off.
  • The Language Bar might have been disabled in the settings.
  • There might be a bug or glitch in the system.

In this article, we will discuss why the Language Bar might have disappeared and how you can bring it back.


Now that we know why the Language Bar might have disappeared, let's look at some troubleshooting steps to bring it back:

Method 1: Turn on the Language Bar

The first thing you should check is if the Language Bar is turned on. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Right-click on the taskbar.
  2. Select "Taskbar settings."
  3. Scroll down and click on "Turn system icons on or off."
  4. Make sure the "Input Indicator" is turned on.

Method 2: Enable the Language Bar in Settings

If the Language Bar is turned on, but still not visible, it might have been disabled in the settings. Here's how you can enable it:

  1. Open the "Settings" app.
  2. Click on "Time & Language."
  3. Click on "Language."
  4. Scroll down and click on "Language Bar options."
  5. Make sure the "Docked in the taskbar" option is selected.

Method 3: Restart the Language Bar Service

If the above methods don't work, you can try restarting the Language Bar service. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Press "Windows + R" on your keyboard.
  2. Type "services.msc" and press enter.
  3. Scroll down and find "Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service."
  4. Right-click on it and select "Restart.