Here’s a useful, free feature for WinCC Flexible Smart V3 related to changing languages — without needing additional licenses or scripts.
Missing Languages: If the language you need is not listed, you must re-run the software setup and select "Modify Program" to install additional language packs. 2. Configuring HMI Runtime Language Switching --- Wincc Flexible Smart V3 Change Language -FREE-
If SmartTags("PLC_Lang_Req") = 1 Then
SetLanguage 1 'English
ElseIf SmartTags("PLC_Lang_Req") = 2 Then
SetLanguage 2 'Chinese
ElseIf SmartTags("PLC_Lang_Req") = 3 Then
SetLanguage 3 'Spanish
End If
When you use WinCC Advanced or Professional, adding a runtime language often requires purchasing an additional "Asian Language Pack" or "Runtime Option" costing hundreds of euros. Here’s a useful, free feature for WinCC Flexible