Last updated: 30 October 2026
This page used to describe adding Arabic to the Samsung Omnia i900, a phone from the Windows Mobile era that is no longer in use. On current Samsung Galaxy phones, Arabic is built in and takes a minute to turn on. Below are the steps from Samsung's support pages for changing the phone language and adding a language.
- Phone language: Settings, General management, Language, then pick Arabic.
- Add a language: Settings, search "Add language", tap + Add language, choose Arabic.
- Typing: add Arabic to your Samsung Keyboard in its language settings and switch with the space bar or globe key.
In this guide
Change the phone language
- Open Settings and go to General management.
- Tap Language, then select Arabic as the default language.
- Confirm. The menus switch to Arabic and the layout flips to right-to-left.
Add a language
- Open Settings and search for "Add language".
- Tap + Add language and choose Arabic. If it is not listed, tap More options (three dots), choose All languages, and pick it there.
- Choose Keep current to leave the phone in your present language, or Set as default to switch to Arabic.
Type in Arabic
Open Settings, then General management, Samsung Keyboard settings, Languages and types, and add an Arabic layout. In any text field you can then switch layouts from the keyboard's language key. Menu names vary a little between One UI versions, so use the Settings search box if you cannot find an item.
FAQ
Does it work for old Samsung phones?
Phones from before Android, such as the Omnia i900, used different software and need a language pack from the maker. Those devices are no longer supported.
Will apps switch to Arabic?
Most apps follow the phone language. Some apps also let you choose a language in their own settings.
Can I keep English menus and still type Arabic?
Yes. Add the Arabic keyboard layout and keep English as the phone language.
Sources
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