As a Linux user, you may have come across the need to change the short date format on your Ubuntu system. Whether it's for personal preference or compatibility with a specific application, changing the date format is a fairly simple task. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to change the short date format in Ubuntu.
First, let's understand what the short date format is. It refers to the way dates are displayed in a short and concise manner, usually in a combination of numbers and abbreviated months. For example, the short date format in the United States is mm/dd/yyyy, while in Europe it is dd/mm/yyyy.
Now, let's get started with changing the short date format in Ubuntu. The process involves modifying the system's locale settings, which determine how dates, time, and currency are displayed.
Step 1: Open the Language Support Settings
To begin, click on the "Activities" button in the top left corner of your desktop. Then, type in "language support" and click on the icon that appears. This will open the Language Support settings.
Step 2: Select the Language
In the Language tab, select the language for which you want to change the short date format. This will be the language that your system uses for displaying dates, time, and currency.
Step 3: Click on "Apply System-Wide"
Once you have selected the language, click on the "Apply System-Wide" button. This will prompt you to enter your password to make changes to the system settings.
Step 4: Open the Regional Formats tab
Next, click on the "Regional Formats" tab. Here, you will see a list of options for date, time, and currency formats.
Step 5: Change the Short Date format
Scroll down to the "Date" section and click on the drop-down menu next to "Short" to select a new format. You can choose from a list of predefined formats or click on "Custom" to create your own format. Once you have made the changes, click on "Apply System-Wide" again.
Step 6: Log Out and Log In
To apply the changes, you will need to log out of your system and log back in. Once you have logged back in, you will see that the short date format has been changed according to your selection.
Congratulations, you have successfully changed the short date format in Ubuntu. You can follow the same steps to change the time and currency formats as well.
In conclusion, changing the short date format in Ubuntu is a quick and simple process that can be done through the system's language and regional settings. With this guide, you can easily customize the date format to your liking or to meet the requirements of a particular application. Happy customizing!
