If installed as a standalone package:
dism /online /remove-package /packagename:Microsoft-Windows-LanguageFeatures-Basic-zh-cn-Package~31bf3856ad364e35~amd64~~10.0.x.x
Replace
10.0.x.xwith the version fromget-packagesoutput.
Removing may break Simplified Chinese IME and typing support.
The availability of the Microsoft Windows Language Features Basic ZH-CN Package highlights Microsoft's commitment to making its products accessible to a global audience. The benefits of this package include:
Embedded in the string is the tag amd64. This is a historical nod to the engineers who built the modern computer age. Despite the "AMD" label, this tag refers to the 64-bit architecture that powers the vast majority of modern PCs, whether they run Intel or AMD chips. It signifies that this package is built for power and complexity—it is not a lightweight mobile app, but heavy machinery designed for the desktop workstation.
The Microsoft Windows Language Features Basic ZH-CN Package is a set of language-specific resources and tools that allow Windows to display the user interface, help content, and other textual elements in Simplified Chinese. This package is essential for users who prefer to use their Windows operating system in Simplified Chinese, providing them with a more familiar and user-friendly experience.
Open PowerShell or CMD as Administrator:
dism /online /get-packages | findstr "zh-cn"
You will see an output similar to:
Package Identity : Microsoft-Windows-LanguageFeatures-Basic-zh-cn-package~31bf3856ad364e35~amd64~~10.0.19041.1
Notice the version tag (10.0.19041.1) appended at the end.
Because the Public Key Token (31bf3856ad364e35) forces strict signature verification, corruption is rare. However, issues arise in three scenarios: