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How to Fix Excel for Android Changing Text to Malayalam Font
Question details
The user needs to fix an issue where text entered into or viewed in Excel for Android automatically changes to a Malayalam font or script.
- Product
- Excel for Android
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Entering data or opening existing workbooks on an Android mobile device.
- Observed behavior
- Cell text unexpectedly displays in a Malayalam script instead of the default or previously selected standard font.
Ensure that your Android operating system is up to date and that you haven't recently installed any third-party keyboard apps that might override your default language settings.
Test with a Blank Workbook and Adjust Font Settings
This helps determine if the unexpected font change is an issue with a specific file's formatting or a global app glitch.
Often, files imported from other sources or older versions carry hidden formatting. By testing a new file, you can isolate the cause.
Open the Excel app on your Android device and tap the plus (+) icon to create a completely new, blank workbook.
Type standard alphanumeric characters into a cell to see if the Malayalam font issue persists in this fresh file.
If the issue only happens in your older file, open it, select the affected cells, tap the 'Home' tab in the mobile ribbon, and manually change the font to a standard option like Calibri or Arial.
Verify Android Language and Region Settings
Incorrect system-level locale settings can sometimes force mobile office apps to default to regional scripts like Malayalam.
Try WPS Office for a Flawless Mobile Spreadsheet Experience
If Excel for Android keeps experiencing font display issues, WPS Office offers a highly compatible and lightweight alternative. It reads and formats spreadsheet files exactly as intended on mobile devices without unexpected script changes.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Get WPS Office from the Google Play Store and install it on your Android device.
- 2. Open your spreadsheet: Launch WPS Office, tap 'Open', and select your existing Excel file to view it.
- 3. Edit without font issues: Tap 'Edit' to start working on your spreadsheet with stable and accurate font rendering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do certain Excel files display the wrong font on Android?
This typically happens if the original font used in the workbook is not installed on your Android device, causing the application to substitute it with an unexpected fallback font like Malayalam.
How can I strip formatting when pasting text in mobile Excel?
To avoid bringing in unwanted fonts from other apps or websites, tap the cell where you want to paste, select 'Paste Options' from the context menu, and choose 'Paste Values' or 'Keep Text Only'.
Does clearing the app cache fix font issues?
Yes, sometimes corrupted temporary app data can cause display glitches. You can fix this by going to Android Settings > Apps > Excel > Storage, and tapping 'Clear Cache'.
