To English - Autodata 3.40 Change Language

| Problem | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | The menu shows gibberish / odd characters | Run AutoData as Administrator (right-click > Run as Admin) | | Language resets every time you restart | Delete the AutoData.ini file; the software will recreate it. Then edit the new one. | | No Language= line in INI | Add Language=1 at the top under [General] | | You cannot read any menu to find settings | Use the keyboard shortcut: Press Alt + T (Tools) then Alt + L (Language) in many builds. | | The software crashes after changing language | Reinstall using the English-only installer (if available). |

  • Look for a file named AutoData.ini or ADConfig.ini. If you do not see file extensions, ensure “View > File name extensions” is checked in Windows Explorer.
  • Right-click the file and open it with Notepad.
  • Search for a line that reads:
  • You will likely see a code number or abbreviation after the equals sign. For example:
  • Change it to: Language=EN or Language=English
  • If you find LANGUAGE_ID=3 (German) or LANGUAGE_ID=2 (French), change it to LANGUAGE_ID=1 (English – common in v3.40).
  • Save the file (Ctrl+S) and close Notepad.
  • Re-launch AutoData. The interface should now be in English.

    • First, let’s assume your Autodata 3.40 interface is in a foreign language but the settings menu is accessible. Follow these visual cues: autodata 3.40 change language to english

  • Select English

  • Confirm and restart
    The software may ask you to restart. Close and reopen Autodata 3.40 for the change to take full effect. | Problem | Solution | | :--- |

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