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Fix Microsoft 365 Mobile Limited Hebrew Language Support on iOS
Question details
The user is unable to use certain Microsoft 365 mobile features, such as dictation and scanning to text, in Hebrew without changing the entire device language to English.
- Product
- Microsoft 365 Mobile
- Device & OS
- iOS
- Scenario
- Attempting to use advanced mobile productivity features like dictation or scan-to-text in Hebrew on an iOS device.
- Observed behavior
- The features are unsupported or inaccessible in Hebrew. The user must change the iOS system language to English to use them, as the app lacks independent language settings.
Ensure your iOS device is updated to the latest version and verify your current system language and region settings before troubleshooting app-specific limitations.
Temporarily Change iOS System Language
Since the Microsoft 365 mobile app relies on the iOS system language and lacks independent language toggles, changing your device language to English temporarily unlocks advanced features like dictation and scanning.
Desktop language packs and Office language settings do not apply to the iOS application. The mobile app behavior is entirely dictated by the system settings of your Apple device.
Navigate to your iPhone or iPad's home screen and tap the 'Settings' app, then select 'General'.
Tap 'Language & Region', then select 'Add Language'. Choose 'English' from the list and move it to the top to set it as your primary system language.
Open the Microsoft 365 mobile app. You will now be able to access dictation and scan-to-text features. Once finished, you can return to the iOS Settings to switch your primary language back to Hebrew.
Submit Feedback for Independent App Language Settings
Because there is currently no confirmed release date for separate in-app language settings, providing direct feedback to Microsoft helps prioritize this feature for future iOS updates.
Try WPS Office for a Seamless Mobile Experience
If language limitations and missing in-app settings in Microsoft 365 are slowing down your mobile workflow, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides a lightweight, highly compatible, and user-friendly mobile experience for editing documents on the go.
- 1. Download the App: Search for WPS Office in the App Store and download the free application to your iOS device.
- 2. Open Your Files: Launch WPS Office and grant file access permissions to instantly view and edit your existing Microsoft Office documents.
- 3. Explore Mobile Features: Use built-in tools like the document scanner, PDF editor, and mobile-friendly reading modes directly from the main dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do desktop Microsoft 365 language settings affect the mobile app?
No, desktop language accessory packs and Office language settings apply exclusively to desktop applications. They do not control or influence the Microsoft 365 iOS mobile application.
When will Microsoft add separate in-app language settings for iOS?
Currently, there is no confirmed release date from Microsoft for independent in-app language settings in the Microsoft 365 iOS application. Checking the App Store regularly for updates is recommended.
Can I use dictation in Hebrew on Microsoft 365 mobile?
At this time, advanced features like dictation and scanning to text have limited Hebrew support in the mobile app. You generally need to change your iOS system language to English to fully utilize these features.
